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Name: SCUM Server Hosting
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High-Performance SCUM Servers with 1.0 Update Features

Get the best SCUM server hosting with **optimized CPU, RAM, and storage** for the ultimate survival experience. Enjoy **Armed NPCs, revamped island, secret bunkers, custom server files, and 24/7 support**.

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DDR5 RAM
4GB (Guaranteed)
NVMe SSD
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AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
8 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
DDR5 RAM
24GB (Guaranteed)
NVMe SSD
160GB Storage
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Unlimited player slots
DDOS PROTECTION
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What is the best SCUM server hosting service in 2025?

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Flexibility: XGamingServer provides a game switching feature, allowing you to switch between different games hosted on the same server. This means you can easily switch from SCUM to another supported game without needing a separate server.

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Experience unrivaled performance with our state-of-the-art, high-frequency hardware specifically optimized for SCUM servers and the new 1.0 features. Our infrastructure is engineered to prevent overloads and overselling, delivering consistent and dependable performance.

We offer dedicated physical resources exclusively for your use, not just a shared pool of servers with slot restrictions. This guarantees your server remains unencumbered and can handle Armed NPCs, the revamped island, and all 1.0 features. With complete access to core server metrics, you can track performance as it happens. Hardware Specifications: AMD Ryzen 3900X/AMD Ryzen 5800X 3.80 GHz / 128GB DDR4 RAM / 1TB NVMe SSDs /Network Capacity: Premium 1Gbps

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Experience unparalleled convenience with our built-in file management system, eliminating the need for time-consuming SFTP programs. Add, delete, and edit files directly on your server through our intuitive interface. Whether you're tweaking a config file, updating server rules, or implementing new mods, you can make real-time changes from one centralized dashboard.

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How do I set up SCUM dedicated server?

We will show you how Xgamingserver makes it easier for you to set up a SCUM server without the many configurations and technical knowhow

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Step 1: Enter your details Select your plan size and region

Step 2: Purchase a server

Step 3: Launch your Server and enjoy SCUM 1.0 features

Complete SCUM Server Tutorial: Setup, Configuration & Management Guide

Welcome to the ultimate SCUM server hosting guide! Whether you're setting up your first SCUM server or looking to optimize an existing one, this comprehensive tutorial covers everything from basic installation to advanced server management. SCUM's complex survival mechanics require specific server configurations to deliver the best possible gameplay experience for your community.

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1. Prerequisites & System Requirements
2. Server Installation via SteamCMD
3. Basic Server Configuration
4. Advanced Configuration Options
5. Admin Panel & User Management
6. Performance Optimization
7. Server Maintenance & Updates
8. Common Issues & Troubleshooting
9. Advanced Features & Mods
10. Security Best Practices

1. Prerequisites & System Requirements

Before setting up your SCUM server, ensure your system meets the minimum requirements and you have the necessary access permissions.

Minimum System Requirements

OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit or Ubuntu 18.04+ LTS
CPU: Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (6 cores minimum)
RAM: 16GB (8GB for server + 8GB for OS and overhead)
Storage: 50GB SSD space (for game files and save data)
Network: 100 Mbps upload speed (10 Mbps per 64 players)
Ports: TCP 7777, 7778, UDP 7777, 27015

Recommended System Requirements

CPU: Intel i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (8+ cores)
RAM: 32GB DDR4
Storage: 100GB NVMe SSD
Network: 1 Gbps dedicated connection

2. Server Installation via SteamCMD

SCUM dedicated servers are distributed through Steam's command-line tool, SteamCMD. Follow these steps for both Windows and Linux installations.

Windows Installation

Step 1: Download and install SteamCMD

# Download SteamCMD from: https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip
                    # Extract to C:\steamcmd\
                    # Run steamcmd.exe

Step 2: Install SCUM Dedicated Server

login anonymous
                    force_install_dir C:\SCUMserver
                    app_update 402970 validate
                    quit

Linux Installation

Step 1: Install dependencies and SteamCMD

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
                    sudo apt install lib32gcc-s1 lib32stdc++6 curl wget net-tools screen ufw -y
                    
                    # Create steamcmd user (recommended for security)
                    sudo useradd -m steamcmd
                    sudo su - steamcmd
                    
                    # Download and install SteamCMD
                    mkdir ~/steamcmd && cd ~/steamcmd
                    wget https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd_linux.tar.gz
                    tar -xvzf steamcmd_linux.tar.gz

Step 2: Install SCUM Dedicated Server

./steamcmd.sh
                    login anonymous
                    force_install_dir ~/scum-server
                    app_update 402970 validate
                    quit

Configure Firewall

Linux (UFW):

sudo ufw allow ssh
                    sudo ufw allow 7777/tcp
                    sudo ufw allow 7778/tcp
                    sudo ufw allow 7777/udp
                    sudo ufw allow 27015/udp
                    sudo ufw enable

Windows Firewall:

netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server TCP" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=7777-7778
                    netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server UDP" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=7777
                    netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="SCUM Server Steam" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=27015

3. Basic Server Configuration

SCUM servers use configuration files to define server behavior, game rules, and world settings. The main configuration files are located in the server's Config directory.

ServerSettings.ini Configuration

Create or edit Config/ServerSettings.ini:

[/Script/SCUM.GameSession]
                    # Basic Server Information
                    ServerName="Your SCUM Server Name"
                    ServerPassword=""
                    AdminPassword="YourAdminPassword123"
                    ServerMaxPlayers=64
                    
                    # World Settings
                    EnableCharacterCustomization=true
                    AllowCharacterCreation=true
                    MaxSpawnedVehicles=200
                    MaxSpawnedItems=50000
                    
                    # Time and Weather
                    DayTimeSpeedMultiplier=8.0
                    NightTimeSpeedMultiplier=25.0
                    DayDuration=2.0
                    NightDuration=0.5
                    
                    # Gameplay Settings
                    ExpMultiplier=1.0
                    FamePointsMultiplier=1.0
                    KillReward=100.0
                    LoginReward=50.0
                    
                    # PvP Settings
                    AllowPvP=true
                    AllowFriendlyFire=false
                    
                    # Respawn Settings
                    SpawnProtectionTime=60.0
                    RespawnTimeMultiplier=1.0

Engine.ini Configuration

Create or edit Config/Engine.ini for performance optimization:

[Core.System]
                    Paths=../../../Engine/Content
                    Paths=%GAMEDIR%Content
                    Paths=../../../SCUM/Content
                    
                    [/Script/Engine.Engine]
                    +ActiveGameNameRedirects=(OldGameName="SCUMGame",NewGameName="/Script/SCUM")
                    
                    [/Script/Engine.GameEngine]
                    MaxDeltaTime=0.5
                    ServerDefaultMap=/Game/Maps/SCUM-MAP
                    
                    [SystemSettings]
                    r.ViewDistanceScale=0.8
                    r.SkeletalMeshLODBias=1
                    r.ParticleLODBias=1

4. Advanced Configuration Options

SCUM offers extensive customization options for server administrators. These advanced settings allow you to fine-tune the gameplay experience.

Loot Spawning Configuration

Modify loot spawning in ServerSettings.ini:

# Loot Configuration
                    ItemSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    VehicleSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    AnimalSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    PuppetSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    
                    # Specific Item Categories
                    MeleeWeaponSpawnMultiplier=1.5
                    RifleSpawnMultiplier=0.8
                    PistolSpawnMultiplier=1.2
                    FoodSpawnMultiplier=1.3
                    MedicalSpawnMultiplier=1.1
                    ClothingSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    AmmoSpawnMultiplier=0.9

Vehicle Configuration

# Vehicle Settings
                    MaxVehiclesPerPlayer=3
                    VehicleDamageMultiplier=1.0
                    VehicleFuelConsumptionMultiplier=1.0
                    VehicleEngineStartProbability=0.8
                    
                    # Specific Vehicle Types
                    CarSpawnMultiplier=1.0
                    TruckSpawnMultiplier=0.7
                    MotorcycleSpawnMultiplier=1.2
                    BoatSpawnMultiplier=0.5

Combat and Damage Settings

# Combat Configuration
                    DamageMultiplier=1.0
                    PlayerVsPlayerDamageMultiplier=1.0
                    PlayerVsPuppetDamageMultiplier=1.0
                    PlayerVsAnimalDamageMultiplier=1.0
                    
                    # Body Part Damage
                    HeadDamageMultiplier=2.0
                    ChestDamageMultiplier=1.0
                    StomachDamageMultiplier=0.8
                    LimbDamageMultiplier=0.6
                    
                    # Unconscious Settings
                    UnconsciousTimeMultiplier=1.0
                    ReviveTimeMultiplier=1.0

5. Admin Panel & User Management

SCUM features a comprehensive admin system for server management. Set up admin accounts and learn essential commands for effective server administration.

Adding Administrators

Edit Config/ServerSettings.ini to add admin Steam IDs:

# Admin Configuration
                    AdminSteamIds=("76561198123456789","76561198987654321")
                    ModeratorSteamIds=("76561198111111111","76561198222222222")

To find Steam ID64, use: steamid64.com

Essential Admin Commands

Press F1 in-game to open the admin console, then use these commands:

# Player Management
                    #kick PlayerName "Reason"
                    #ban PlayerName "Reason"
                    #unban SteamID64
                    #listPlayers
                    #listBans
                    
                    # Teleportation
                    #teleport PlayerName
                    #teleportTo X Y Z
                    #teleportToPlayer TargetPlayer
                    
                    # Item Spawning
                    #spawnItem ItemName Quantity
                    #spawnVehicle VehicleName
                    #giveItem PlayerName ItemName Quantity
                    
                    # Server Control
                    #shutdown
                    #restart
                    #save
                    #location (shows current coordinates)

Web Admin Panel Setup

Enable web admin in ServerSettings.ini:

# Web Admin Configuration
                    bWebAdminEnabled=true
                    WebAdminPort=8080
                    WebAdminUser="admin"
                    WebAdminPassword="SecurePassword123"

Access web admin at: http://your-server-ip:8080

6. Performance Optimization

Optimize your SCUM server for maximum performance and player capacity. These settings can significantly impact server stability and player experience.

Server Launch Parameters

Windows Launch Script (start_server.bat):

@echo off
                    cd /d "C:\SCUMserver"
                    SCUMServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64 -multihome=0.0.0.0
                    pause

Linux Launch Script (start_server.sh):

#!/bin/bash
                    cd ~/scum-server
                    screen -dmS scum-server ./SCUMServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64 -multihome=0.0.0.0
                    echo "SCUM server started in screen session. Use 'screen -r scum-server' to view."

Memory and CPU Optimization

Add these settings to Engine.ini:

[SystemSettings]
                    # Memory Management
                    r.Streaming.PoolSize=2048
                    r.Streaming.MaxTempMemoryAllowed=256
                    
                    # CPU Optimization
                    r.OneFrameThreadLag=0
                    r.RHICmdBypass=0
                    
                    # Graphics Performance
                    r.DefaultFeature.AntiAliasing=0
                    r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=0
                    r.DepthOfFieldQuality=0
                    r.LightShaftQuality=0
                    r.ShadowQuality=1
                    r.TextureQuality=1

Network Optimization

Network settings in Engine.ini:

[/Script/Engine.Player]
                    ConfiguredInternetSpeed=25000
                    ConfiguredLanSpeed=25000
                    
                    [/Script/OnlineSubsystemUtils.IpNetDriver]
                    MaxClientRate=25000
                    MaxInternetClientRate=25000
                    NetServerMaxTickRate=60
                    LanServerMaxTickRate=60

7. Server Maintenance & Updates

Regular maintenance ensures optimal server performance and security. Follow these procedures for updates, backups, and routine maintenance.

Automated Update Scripts

Windows Update Script (update_server.bat):

@echo off
                    echo Stopping SCUM server...
                    taskkill /F /IM SCUMServer.exe
                    timeout /t 10
                    
                    echo Updating server files...
                    cd "C:\steamcmd"
                    steamcmd.exe +login anonymous +force_install_dir "C:\SCUMserver" +app_update 402970 validate +quit
                    
                    echo Starting server...
                    cd "C:\SCUMserver"
                    start SCUMServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64

Linux Update Script (update_server.sh):

#!/bin/bash
                    echo "Stopping SCUM server..."
                    screen -S scum-server -X quit
                    sleep 10
                    
                    echo "Updating server files..."
                    cd ~/steamcmd
                    ./steamcmd.sh +login anonymous +force_install_dir ~/scum-server +app_update 402970 validate +quit
                    
                    echo "Starting server..."
                    cd ~/scum-server
                    screen -dmS scum-server ./SCUMServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=64
                    echo "Server restarted successfully!"

Backup Procedures

Important directories to backup:

# Essential backup locations
                    Saved/Config/               # Server configuration
                    Saved/SaveGames/           # World save data
                    Saved/Logs/                # Server logs
                    Config/                    # Configuration files

Linux Backup Script:

#!/bin/bash
                    BACKUP_DIR="/backups/scum-$(date +%Y%m%d-%H%M%S)"
                    mkdir -p "$BACKUP_DIR"
                    
                    # Copy save data and configs
                    cp -r ~/scum-server/Saved/ "$BACKUP_DIR/"
                    cp -r ~/scum-server/Config/ "$BACKUP_DIR/"
                    
                    # Compress backup
                    tar -czf "$BACKUP_DIR.tar.gz" -C /backups "$(basename $BACKUP_DIR)"
                    rm -rf "$BACKUP_DIR"
                    
                    echo "Backup completed: $BACKUP_DIR.tar.gz"

8. Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Resolve common SCUM server issues with these troubleshooting steps and solutions.

Server Won't Start

Common causes and solutions:

Port conflicts: Ensure ports 7777, 7778, and 27015 are available
Corrupted files: Verify game files using SteamCMD
Insufficient RAM: Check available memory (minimum 8GB required)
Configuration errors: Validate ServerSettings.ini syntax

High CPU/Memory Usage

Monitor server performance:

# Linux monitoring commands
                    htop                        # Real-time process monitor
                    free -h                     # Memory usage
                    df -h                       # Disk space
                    netstat -tulpn | grep 7777 # Port status
                    
                    # Check SCUM server logs
                    tail -f ~/scum-server/Saved/Logs/SCUM.log

Player Connection Issues

Troubleshooting steps:

Verify firewall rules allow SCUM server ports
Check server visibility in server browser
Confirm Steam integration is working
Test direct IP connection
Review server logs for connection errors

9. Advanced Features & Mods

Enhance your SCUM server with advanced features, custom events, and community modifications.

Custom Events Configuration

Configure events in ServerSettings.ini:

# Event Configuration
                    bEventsEnabled=true
                    AirdropEventInterval=3600.0
                    CargoDropEventInterval=1800.0
                    
                    # Airdrop Settings
                    AirdropLootMultiplier=1.5
                    AirdropRadius=500.0
                    
                    # Cargo Drop Settings
                    CargoDropLootMultiplier=1.2
                    CargoDropRadius=300.0

Economy and Trading

Configure the in-game economy:

# Economy Settings
                    bEconomyEnabled=true
                    StartingMoney=1000
                    FamePointValue=10.0
                    GoldValue=100.0
                    
                    # Trading Post Settings
                    TradingPostTax=0.05
                    MaxTradeOffers=10

10. Security Best Practices

Protect your SCUM server from attacks and ensure fair gameplay with these security measures.

Anti-Cheat Configuration

Enable BattlEye anti-cheat:

# Anti-Cheat Settings
                    bBattlEyeEnabled=true
                    bEACEnabled=true
                    bVACEnabled=true
                    
                    # Additional Security
                    bAllowCheats=false
                    bLogPlayerStats=true
                    MaxAllowedPing=200

DDoS Protection

Essential DDoS protection measures:

Use a dedicated server with DDoS protection
Configure rate limiting on your firewall
Monitor unusual traffic patterns
Keep server IP private when possible
Use proxy services for public servers

Access Control

# Access Control Settings
                    bWhitelistEnabled=false
                    WhitelistedSteamIds=("76561198123456789")
                    
                    # Password Protection
                    ServerPassword="YourServerPassword"
                    AdminPassword="SecureAdminPassword123"
                    
                    # Auto-moderation
                    bAutoKickIdlers=true
                    IdleKickTime=1800.0
                    bAutoKickTeamKillers=true
                    TeamKillLimit=3

Final Server Launch

Once you've completed the configuration, start your SCUM server using the appropriate launch script for your platform. Monitor the server logs during the first launch to ensure everything is working correctly.

Final launch command (Linux):

cd ~/scum-server
                    chmod +x start_server.sh
                    ./start_server.sh

Monitor server status:

screen -r scum-server  # Attach to server console
                    tail -f Saved/Logs/SCUM.log  # Monitor logs

🎉 Congratulations! Your SCUM server is now configured and ready for players. Remember to regularly update your server, backup save data, and monitor performance. For any issues or advanced configurations not covered in this guide, consult the official SCUM documentation or community forums.

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Why Choose XGamingServer for SCUM Game Server Hosting

Below are some of the things that shows why you should choose us for your SCUM hosting

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Around the clock Support for SCUM

We respond to tickets in good record times, and we help and much as we can to solve your issues.

Extensive SCUM Documentation

Our documentation will already get you up and running with SCUM servers. From basics to advance server configurations.

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SCUM servers comes online within minutes of placing an order. This means you start playing instantly.

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Our servers are hosted on the best latest Ryzen and intel CPUs with NVMe SSD and on a Bandwidth of 1Gbps. Giving you the best SCUM server hosting and gaming experience.

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Our SCUM game servers are located in East and West Coast North America, Europe, Singapore and Australia. We ensure you get the server with the lowest ping.

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Custom Control Panel

Our control panel is fully customized to ensure easy and fully customization of your game server.

About SCUM

What is SCUM?

SCUM is an open-world multiplayer survival game developed by Gamepires, set on a massive 225-square-kilometer island inspired by the Croatian landscape. Players take on the role of prisoners forced to survive in a brutal televised competition where death is not the end -- respawning keeps contestants in the game indefinitely. What separates SCUM from other survival titles is its commitment to granular realism. Every aspect of your character's physical state is tracked and simulated, from caloric intake and vitamin levels to body fat percentage and muscle mass. The game reached its 1.0 release with armed NPCs, secret bunkers, a revamped island, and a custom quest system that dramatically expanded the PvE experience.

The Metabolism System

SCUM features the most detailed metabolism and health simulation in any survival game. Your character processes food and water realistically -- proteins build muscle, carbohydrates provide quick energy, fats serve as long-term fuel reserves, and vitamins and minerals affect overall health and performance. Your physical attributes like strength, constitution, dexterity, and intelligence are tied to an RPG-style skill system where your actions directly improve your abilities over time. A character who runs frequently builds endurance; one who crafts regularly becomes more efficient at it. This depth means that diet, exercise, and play style all have measurable consequences on how your character performs in combat, crafting, and exploration.

Open World Survival and Progression

The island itself is one of the largest maps built in Unreal Engine, featuring diverse terrain from Adriatic-style coastlines and dense forests to snow-covered mountains and irradiated danger zones. Points of interest include abandoned towns, military bunkers guarded by armed mechs and NPCs, factories, and underground facilities hiding rare loot. Base building lets players construct fortified shelters with locks, traps, and storage. Vehicle mechanics, weapon maintenance, and a deep crafting system round out the survival loop. With the 1.0 update, the addition of armed NPC factions, a quest system, and overhauled island locations have given solo and group players substantially more structured objectives to pursue alongside freeform survival.

Why Host Your Own SCUM Server?

A dedicated SCUM server gives you full authority over the survival experience for your community. Server owners can customize loot tables, spawn rates, metabolism speed, PvP zones, event schedules, and much more through direct server file access. You can run whitelisted private servers for your group or open public servers that appear on the official server browser. Custom server files let you create unique gameplay scenarios tailored to your community's preferences, from hardcore survival settings to more relaxed PvE-focused configurations. XGamingServer provides SCUM hosting on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X hardware with up to 24GB dedicated RAM, NVMe SSD storage, DDoS protection, and 24/7 technical support to keep your island running at peak performance.

What other SCUM gamers are saying

Here is just a snippet on what our customers are saying about our SCUM hosting on Trustpilot

I got my server in the promised 5 minutes, and the support was somewhat good needs improvement though. I think it is a really good service.

Gox

Hardcore Gamer

Their panel is really straight forward really simple, they have guide to say how to do everything on your server like how to mod it , how to wipe it , how to add a save etc.

Nos fx

Canadian Gamer

I had a pretty good time with the service, The service especially pertaining to a couple of issues on day 1 were fixed by a friendly support staff so fast and so well that I knew I could trust the service. Will likely be back, thanks.

Rory Mace

Australian Gamer

Setup Guides & Documentation on Scum

Step-by-step server guides from our official documentation.

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Connect to Your Server

Join your SCUM server using the in-game browser.

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Change Server Name

Update your server's hostname in the browser.

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Set a Password

Password protect your SCUM server.

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Configure Your Server

Edit basic and advanced server settings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SCUM Hosting

Below are some of the FAQs that our customers ask. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out.

What makes SCUM different from other survival games?

SCUM is an open-world survival game developed by Gamepires and published by Devolver Digital that reached its 1.0 release in 2024. What sets it apart is its advanced metabolism system, which individually tracks calories, vitamins, minerals, and hydration for every nutrient your character consumes. During character creation, you choose a body composition that directly affects gameplay — heavier builds gain strength at the cost of speed, while leaner builds have better stamina and agility. The game features four core attributes (Strength, Constitution, Dexterity, Intelligence), each branching into sub-skills like rifles, pistols, archery, melee, boxing, survival, and engineering. Combined with a medical system that monitors blood pressure, heart rate, and vitamin deficiencies, SCUM delivers survival depth no other game matches.

How many players can a SCUM dedicated server support?

SCUM dedicated servers support up to 64 players. Because SCUM's metabolism system tracks dozens of nutrient values per player in real time, the server requires significantly more RAM than most survival games — 8 to 16 GB is recommended depending on player count and mod usage. The game's 225 km² island map with cities, military bases, and bunkers means the server is constantly streaming terrain and loot data, so adequate hardware is essential for smooth gameplay at higher player counts.

What ports does SCUM use and how do I configure my server?

SCUM uses port 7042 for game traffic and port 7043 for Steam query by default. Server configuration is handled through the ServerSettings.ini file, where you can adjust key settings such as loot spawn rates, zombie (Puppet) density, base raid time windows, and fame point multipliers. Fame points are the currency used for respawning — when you die, you spend fame points to return to the game, so tuning this value shapes how punishing your server feels. With our hosting, you get full file access to ServerSettings.ini through the control panel.

What are Puppets and armed NPCs in SCUM?

Puppets are SCUM's zombie-like enemies — reanimated prisoners that roam the island in varying densities depending on the location. They are most concentrated around cities and points of interest. Armed NPCs are a separate, more dangerous threat found guarding bunkers and military installations. These NPCs carry firearms and will engage players on sight, making bunker raids a high-risk, high-reward activity. Server administrators can control both Puppet spawn counts and armed NPC difficulty through ServerSettings.ini, letting you dial the PvE challenge up or down for your community.

How do vehicles and base building work in SCUM?

SCUM features a variety of drivable vehicles including cars, boats, tractors, and motorcycles, all of which require fuel and ongoing maintenance to keep running. Finding a vehicle is only the first step — you need to locate fuel, repair parts, and have sufficient engineering skill to get it operational. Base building uses a fortification system where you construct walls, doors, and storage containers, then secure them with locks and traps to defend against raiders. Server owners can configure base raid time windows in ServerSettings.ini, restricting when bases can be attacked to protect players who are offline during certain hours.

Can I install mods on my SCUM server?

Yes, SCUM supports mods through the Steam Workshop. You can add mods that introduce new weapons, adjust loot tables, add custom maps, or change gameplay mechanics. When players connect to your modded server, the required mods are automatically downloaded through Steam. Keep in mind that heavily modded servers will consume more RAM on top of what SCUM's metabolism simulation already demands, so plan for 12-16 GB if you intend to run a significant mod list alongside a higher player count.

What is the imprisonment mechanic in SCUM?

SCUM allows players to capture and imprison other players rather than simply killing them. Once restrained, a prisoner can be locked inside a base, forced to perform tasks, or held for ransom from their squad. This mechanic adds a layer of social gameplay and consequences beyond the typical kill-on-sight survival loop. On PvP servers, imprisonment creates emergent scenarios where rescue missions, prisoner exchanges, and jailbreaks become part of the gameplay. Server owners can influence how this plays out by adjusting fame point costs and respawn rules in their configuration.

What platforms support SCUM and how do I connect to a server?

SCUM is available exclusively on PC through Steam. To connect to a dedicated server, players use the in-game server browser which queries servers on port 7043 and connects via port 7042. You can also connect directly using the Steam server browser or by adding the server IP to your favorites. Our SCUM hosting includes a server address and query port that are immediately visible in the game's browser once your server is online, and you can set a custom server name and password through the ServerSettings.ini file in our control panel.