Configuring Your Subnautica Nitrox Server

Customize your Subnautica Nitrox server settings including game mode, player permissions, and server properties.

The Nitrox server for Subnautica offers several configuration options. This guide covers how to access and modify your server settings.

Server Configuration

Stop Your Server

Access the XGamingServer Panel and Stop your server.

Open the Configuration File

Go to Files and locate the server.cfg file in the Nitrox server directory. This file contains the main server settings.

Edit Server Settings

Common settings you can adjust in the configuration file include:

  • ServerPort - The port the server runs on
  • SaveName - The name of the save file
  • GameMode - The game mode (Survival, Freedom, Hardcore, Creative)
  • MaxConnections - Maximum number of players
  • DisableConsole - Whether to disable the server console
  • AutoSaveInterval - How often the server auto-saves (in milliseconds)
  • DefaultPlayerPerm - Default permission level for new players

Save and Start Your Server

Save your changes and start your server to apply the new settings.

Permission Levels

Nitrox supports different permission levels for players:

PermissionDescription
PlayerDefault permissions, normal gameplay
ModeratorCan kick players and use moderation commands
AdminFull access to all server commands

💡 Tip: Some settings like game mode and max connections can also be adjusted from Startup in the panel.

If you need help with configuration, join our Discord and we will assist you.

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