How to Change Your Holdfast: Nations At War Server Name

Learn how to change the name displayed in the server browser for your Holdfast: Nations At War server.

The server name is what players see when browsing for Holdfast: Nations At War servers. A clear, descriptive name helps players find your server and understand what kind of experience to expect — whether it's a casual public server, an organized line battle, or a competitive event.

Changing Your Server Name

Open the XGamingServer panel

Open the config file

In the sidebar, go to Files and open serverconfig_default.cfg in the server root.

Set the server name

Find the server_name setting and change it to your desired name:

server_name [US East] Army Battlefield | XGaming Community

Save and restart

Click Save and start your server.

The new name will appear in the Holdfast server browser once the server finishes starting.

Server Naming Tips

Holdfast has an active community with many servers competing for players. A good name makes your server stand out:

Include the game mode — Army Battlefield, Army Siege, or Naval Battlefield tells players what to expect
Add your region — [US East], [EU], or [AU] helps players find low-ping servers
Mention event type — Line Battle, Public, or Casual sets expectations
Include community name — If you run a regiment or group, add it for recognition
Keep it readable — Avoid excessive symbols or ALL CAPS

Example names:

[US East] Army Battlefield | New Players Welcome
[EU] Line Battle Events | 33rd Regiment
[AU] Army Siege | Casual Play | XGaming
[US West] Naval Battlefield | All Welcome

Holdfast Community Conventions

The Holdfast community has some naming conventions worth following:

Line battle servers typically include LB or Line Battle in the name so organized regiments can find them
Public servers often include Public to indicate anyone can join and play casually
Event servers are usually passworded and include the event name or hosting regiment
Training servers include Training or Drill for regiment practice

💡 Tip: Your server name is separate from the server password and admin access. Changing the name doesn't affect who can join or manage the server.

📝 Note: If your server name isn't updating in the browser after a restart, make sure the server has fully loaded by checking the Console on the XGamingServer panel. It can take a minute for the new name to propagate to the master server list.

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