ARK: Survival Evolved Server Hosting Guides

Complete guides for setting up, configuring, and managing your ARK SE dedicated server.

ARK: Survival Evolved is an open-world survival game where players tame dinosaurs, build bases, and explore massive maps. These guides cover everything you need to manage your XGamingServer ARK server.

Getting Started

How to Join Your Server

Connect via server browser, Steam, or direct IP.

How to Configure Your Server

Full GameUserSettings.ini and Game.ini reference.

How to Rename Your Server

Change the browser display name.

Administration

How to Become Admin

Admin password, cheat commands, Steam ID whitelist.

How to Set Up RCON

Remote console for server administration.

How to Change Max Players

Set the player count limit.

Maps & Gameplay

How to Change the Map

Switch between The Island, Ragnarok, Fjordur, and more.

Difficulty & Max Dino Level

DifficultyOffset and level caps.

Taming & Rates

Adjust taming, harvesting, XP, and breeding.

Crossplay

Steam + Epic crossplay.

Cluster Setup

Link servers for character/dino transfers.

Mods & Version

How to Install Mods

Add Steam Workshop mods with ActiveMods.

How to Update Your Server

Update or change the server version.

World Management

Backup & Restore

Save files, manual backups, and restore.

Upload a Save

Transfer a world from singleplayer.

Wipe & Reinstall

World wipe, dino wipe, or full reinstall.

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