How to Update or Change Your Factorio Server Version

How to update your Factorio dedicated server and handle version mismatches.

Updating

  1. Stop your server
  2. In the XGamingServer Panel, on the Dashboard, click Reinstall Server
  3. Wait, then start

Version Matching

Server and all clients must be on the exact same version. Don't mix Stable and Experimental branches.

After Updating

  • Check mod compatibility — some mods may break
  • Saves from newer versions cannot be loaded on older versions

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