# How to Update Your V Rising Server (/docs/v-rising/update-guide)



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

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

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

    {/* Screenshot needed: Backups page */}
  </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 files 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**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

After Updating [#after-updating]

* **Check mods** — BepInEx mods may need updating after major patches. Check mod pages for compatibility
* **Review config** — New settings may be added to `ServerGameSettings.json`. Check [V Rising patch notes](https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1604030) for changes
* **Verify connection** — join to confirm versions match

Related Guides [#related-guides]

* [Server Configuration](/docs/v-rising/server-config)
* [Install Mods](/docs/v-rising/mod-setup)