Update Your 7 Days to Die Server

Keeping your server updated ensures players can connect and you have the latest content and fixes.

Updating via the Panel

1. Log in to the XGamingServer Panel
2. Stop your server
3. On the Dashboard, look for Reinstall Server — this pulls the latest version
4. Wait for the installation to complete
5. Start your server

📝 Note: Reinstalling updates the server files but preserves your world saves and configuration.

Before You Update

1. Back up your world — download your save folder via Files before updating
2. Check version compatibility — major updates (e.g., Alpha 20 → Alpha 21) often break existing saves
3. Check mod compatibility — your mods may not work on the new version
4. Notify your players — everyone must update their game client to match

Verifying the Version

After the update, start the server and run:

version

This shows the current game version and all loaded mods.

Pinning to a Specific Version

If you need to stay on a specific version (e.g., to maintain mod compatibility), see Game Version.

⚠️ Warning: World saves are generally not backward compatible. Updating to a new major version and then trying to downgrade will likely corrupt your save.

Related Guides

• Game Version Management
• Server Configuration
• Mod Installation