How To Configure Your SCP: Secret Laboratory Server
Learn how to configure your SCP: Secret Laboratory dedicated server settings.
SCP: Secret Laboratory servers are configured through several text-based configuration files. The two main files are config_gameplay.txt for gameplay settings and config_remoteadmin.txt for admin and permission settings.
Gameplay Configuration
Open the XGamingServer Panel
Log in to the XGamingServer Panel.
Open Files
In the sidebar, click Files.
Open config_gameplay.txt
Navigate to the configuration directory and open config_gameplay.txt.
Adjust Gameplay Settings
Common settings you can modify include:
# Server identity
server_name: My SCP:SL Server
max_players: 25
server_ip: auto
# Gameplay
friendly_fire: false
auto_round_restart_time: 10
lobby_waiting_time: 25
minimum_players_to_start: 2
# SCP settings
scp_049_revival_time: 10
scp_096_max_speed: 15Save and Restart
Click Save and restart your server.
Remote Admin Configuration
Open config_remoteadmin.txt
Navigate to the configuration directory and open config_remoteadmin.txt.
Adjust Admin Settings
This file controls Remote Admin access, roles, and permissions. See the Adding Admins guide for details on setting up admin roles.
Common settings include:
- Admin password - Password for Remote Admin access
- Role definitions - Custom permission roles
- Member list - Steam IDs mapped to roles
Save and Restart
Click Save and restart your server.
Server Verification
To have your server appear in the official server list, you need to be verified by Northwood Studios. Unverified servers can still be joined via direct connect.
📝 Note: To apply for server verification, visit the Northwood Studios verification page and follow their requirements.
💡 Tip: After making configuration changes, always check the Console in the panel after restarting to make sure there are no errors. If you need help with specific settings, join our Discord.
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