How to Change Your Nuclear Option Server Name
Learn how to change the server name displayed in the server browser for your Nuclear Option dedicated server.
The server name is what players see when browsing for servers in the Nuclear Option multiplayer menu. A clear, descriptive name helps players find your server and understand what kind of experience to expect before joining.
Changing Your Server Name
Open the XGamingServer panel
Log in to the XGamingServer panel and select your Nuclear Option server.
Go to Startup
In the sidebar, click Startup.
Find the Server Name field
Locate the Server Name field.
Enter your new name
Type your desired server name. This is what will appear in the Nuclear Option server browser for all players.
Save and restart
Save your changes and restart the server.
After restarting, your new server name will be visible in the server browser.
Changing the Name via Config File
You can also change the server name by editing the configuration file directly:
Stop your server
Stop your server from the XGamingServer panel.
Navigate to Files
In the sidebar, go to Files.
Open the config file
Locate and open the server configuration file.
Find the server name setting
Look for the server name setting and change it to your desired name.
Save and start
Save the file and start your server.
📝 Note: If the server name is set in both the Startup tab and the config file, the Startup tab value typically takes priority. Use one method consistently to avoid confusion.
Server Naming Tips
A well-chosen server name helps attract the right players to your server:
- Include the game mode or mission — Players look for specific experiences, so
Air Superiority | Dogfights Onlyis more useful thanMy Server - Add your region — Players want low-ping servers, so
[US East]or[EU]helps them choose quickly - Mention your community — If you have a squadron or group, include the tag for brand recognition
- Keep it readable — Avoid excessive symbols or ALL CAPS. Clean names look more professional
Example names:
[US East] Combined Arms | All Vehicles | 24/7[EU] Dogfight Arena | Jets Only[US West] Phantom Squadron | Tactical Ops[AU] Nuclear Option | All Welcome | Low Ping
💡 Tip: Your server name is independent of the server password. Changing the name does not affect who can join or access the server.
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