Valheim Server Guides
Comprehensive guides to set up, manage, and optimize your Valheim dedicated server.
Valheim is a brutal exploration and survival game set in a procedurally-generated Viking purgatory. With its unique blend of Norse mythology, base building, and boss battles, it's one of the most popular co-op survival games for dedicated server hosting. These guides will help you get your XGamingServer Valheim server set up and running.
Getting Started
Essential guides to connect and configure your server.
Connect to Your Server
Find your server IP and join from the Valheim client or Steam browser.
Set a Password
Protect your server with a password.
Change Server Name
Update the name displayed in the server browser.
Make Your Server Private
Hide your server from the public browser.
Community Server List
Make your server visible in the in-game server browser.
Server Settings
Customize gameplay, difficulty, and world modifiers.
Change Difficulty
Adjust World Modifiers for combat, resources, raids, and more.
World Modifiers
Deep dive into all modifier categories, values, and presets.
Server Startup Parameters
Complete reference for all launch parameters.
Max Players
Adjust the player limit on your server.
Increase Player Limit
Raise the 10-player cap using ValheimPlus.
Enable Crossplay
Allow Xbox, Game Pass, and Epic players to join.
Configure Raids
Control raid frequency and base defense events.
Portal Settings
Allow ores through portals or add more restrictions.
Disable Build Cost
Enable free building and crafting mode.
Change Server Port
Configure your server's port allocation.
Mods
Add mods, install frameworks, and manage plugins.
Install Mods
Set up BepInEx and install plugins from Thunderstore.
Install ValheimPlus
Set up the most popular Valheim mod with full config guide.
Recommended Mods
Best server mods for quality of life, gameplay, and performance.
Update Mods
Keep mods up to date after game patches.
Change Server Version
Switch to a beta branch or different game version.
Administration
Manage players, permissions, and server commands.
Adding Admins
Grant admin permissions to manage your server.
Console Commands
Complete list of admin and server console commands.
Enable Dev Commands
Unlock spawning, flying, and debug commands.
Spawn Items
Spawn weapons, resources, and creatures with commands.
Ban and Kick Players
Remove disruptive players from your server.
Set Up a Whitelist
Restrict access to approved players only.
RCON Commands
Remote console access for server management.
World Management
Upload saves, manage worlds, and handle backups.
Manage Worlds
Create, switch, and manage multiple worlds.
Upload a Singleplayer World
Transfer a local save to your dedicated server.
Upload a Custom World
Transfer a local save to your server.
World Save Files
Understand save file structure and locations.
Find Your World Seed
Retrieve the seed for your current world.
Force Save
Manually save your world and configure auto-save.
Restore a Backup
Roll back to a previous world save.
Transfer Character Data
How character saves work across servers and devices.
Reset Your Server
Wipe everything and start fresh.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Keep your server running smoothly.
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