# How to Update Your SCUM Server (/docs/scum/update-guide)



import { Step, Steps } from 'fumadocs-ui/components/steps';

SCUM receives regular updates that often include new content, map changes, and bug fixes. Players must be on the same version as the server to connect.

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Create a backup [#create-a-backup]

    In the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com), go to **Backups** and create a backup before updating. SCUM updates occasionally change save formats.

    {/* Screenshot needed: Backups page with Create Backup button */}
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Stop the server [#stop-the-server]

    Stop from **Console**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Reinstall [#reinstall]

    On the **Dashboard**, click **Reinstall Server**. This pulls the latest server files from Steam while preserving your world save and configuration.

    {/* Screenshot needed: Dashboard with Reinstall Server widget */}
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Start the server [#start-the-server]

    Start from **Console**. Verify the version in the startup log.
  </Step>
</Steps>

After Updating [#after-updating]

* **Check save compatibility** — Major SCUM updates can require a world wipe. Check the patch notes before updating. If the update requires a wipe, the game will usually log an error on startup
* **Verify connection** — Join from your Steam client to confirm versions match
* **Review ServerSettings.ini** — New updates may add settings. Check the [SCUM patch notes](https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/513710) for any new config options

Performance Notes [#performance-notes]

SCUM is RAM-intensive, especially with many players:

| Players | Recommended RAM |
| ------- | --------------- |
| 1–10    | 6 GB            |
| 10–30   | 8 GB            |
| 30–64   | 10–12 GB        |

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Server Configuration](/docs/scum/server-config)
* [Wipe & Reinstall](/docs/scum/wipe-reinstall)