How To Configure Your Stationeers Server

Stationeers servers are configured through startup parameters and the default.ini configuration file. This guide covers the key settings you can adjust.

Startup Parameters

The most common settings are available directly in the panel.

Open the XGamingServer Panel

Go to Startup

In the sidebar, click Startup.

Adjust Settings

Common startup settings include:

Server Name - The name shown in the server browser
Max Players - Maximum number of concurrent players
Server Password - Password required to join
World Name - The name of the world save
World Type - The planet/environment type (e.g., Moon, Mars, Europa, Vulcan, Loulan)

Configuration File

For more detailed settings, you can edit the default.ini configuration file.

Open Files

In the sidebar, click Files.

Locate default.ini

Find the default.ini file in the server directory.

Edit Settings

Common configuration options include:

[GameData]
ServerName=My Stationeers Server
ServerPassword=
MaxPlayers=10
AutoSave=true
SaveInterval=300
StartingCondition=Default
RespawnCondition=Default

Understanding Key Settings

Setting	Description
`ServerName`	Name displayed in the server browser
`ServerPassword`	Password required to join the server
`MaxPlayers`	Maximum concurrent players
`AutoSave`	Enable automatic world saving
`SaveInterval`	Time between auto-saves (in seconds)
`StartingCondition`	Starting conditions for new players
`RespawnCondition`	Conditions when players respawn

Save and Restart

After making changes, click Save and restart your server.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect configuration values can prevent your server from starting. Consider creating a backup before editing files using Backups in the sidebar.

💡 Tip: The world type determines the environment, atmosphere, and temperature challenges players face. Moon is the default and recommended for new players. If you need help, join our Discord.

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