# How to Change or Update Your ARK Server Version (/docs/ark-survival-evolved/game-version)



Updating to Latest [#updating-to-latest]

1. Stop your server
2. In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), on the **Dashboard**, click **Reinstall Server**
3. Wait for the update
4. Start your server

Version Mismatch [#version-mismatch]

Client and server must be on the **exact same version**. If players can't connect after a game update:

* Update the server first (reinstall)
* Or have players wait until their Steam auto-update matches

Downgrading [#downgrading]

ARK SE doesn't officially support version pinning via SteamCMD beta branches. If you need a specific version, contact support.

> ⚠️ **Warning:** Always back up `ShooterGame/Saved/` before any version change. Saves are generally not backward compatible.

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Server Configuration](/docs/ark-survival-evolved/server-settings)
* [How to Join Your Server](/docs/ark-survival-evolved/join-server)