Windrose Player Scaling Calculator
See how co-op stat and ship scaling multipliers affect difficulty per player count
World Preset
Base Difficulty
Mob Health
Mob Damage
Ship Health
Ship Damage
Co-op Scaling (per extra player)
Mob Stat Scaling
Added to mob HP/posture per player beyond 1
Ship Stat Scaling
Default 0.0 — ship HP does not scale by default
Combat Difficulty (AI behaviour)
Controls boss aggression and AI scripts — independent of HP/damage numbers
Effective Difficulty by Player Count
Mob damage and ship damage don't scale — only HP changes with co-op scaling. Columns show the effective multiplier each group of players actually faces.
| Players | Mob HP | Mob DMG | Ship HP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Solo) | 1.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Normal |
| 2 | 2.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Very Hard |
| 3 | 3.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
| 4 | 4.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
| 5 | 5.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
| 6 | 6.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
| 8 | 8.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
| 10 | 10.00× | 1.00× | 1.00× | Brutal |
Solo row (grey) is your baseline. Values above 1.0× mean tougher than vanilla.
Recommendations for your settings
Windrose Co-op Scaling Guide
Windrose dedicated servers let you control how difficulty scales when players join your world. The Coop_MobStatsCorrectionModifier in WorldDescription.jsonadds a percentage of mob HP and posture for each player beyond the first. Understanding this before launch prevents the most common complaint on Windrose servers: "mobs are too easy with 2 players" or "impossible with 6."
Solo / Low Co-op
Scaling: 0.0
Flat difficulty. All players see identical mob HP regardless of group size. Best for large casual crews or events.
Balanced
Scaling: 0.5–0.8
Each extra player adds 50–80% mob HP. Groups of 2–4 stay challenged without becoming impossible for newer players.
Hardcore
Scaling: 1.0–1.5
Full scaling. Every extra player meaningfully increases mob HP. Requires coordination and good gear for large groups.
WorldDescription.json Co-op Parameters
| Parameter | Default | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Coop_MobStatsCorrectionModifier | 1.0 | Scales mob HP and posture per extra player. 1.0 = +100% per player, 0.5 = +50%, 0.0 = no scaling |
| Coop_ShipStatsCorrectionModifier | 0.0 | Scales enemy ship HP per extra player. Default 0.0 — ships don't scale with group size |
| Coop_SharedQuestObjectives | true | All players in the world share quest progress and objectives |
| MobHealthMultiplier | 1.0 | Base mob HP before co-op scaling is applied |
| MobDamageMultiplier | 1.0 | Flat mob damage — does not scale with player count |
| ShipHealthMultiplier | 1.0 | Base enemy ship HP before co-op scaling is applied |
| ShipDamageMultiplier | 1.0 | Enemy ship cannon damage — flat, no co-op scaling |
These settings live in WorldDescription.json inside your world folder at R5/Saved/SaveProfiles/Default/RocksDB/<version>/Worlds/<world_id>/. Use the Difficulty Calculator to generate this file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Windrose Player Scaling Calculator — FAQ
Is this Windrose Player Scaling Calculator free to use?
Yes, the Windrose Player Scaling Calculator is 100% free — no signup required, no hidden fees, no downloads. Everything runs in your browser.
How accurate is the Windrose Player Scaling Calculator?
Values are pulled from the Windrose game files and community-verified formulas. Results match what you see in-game, and we update the tool when the game gets major patches.
Can I host a Windrose server with XGamingServer?
Yes. XGamingServer offers instant Windrose server hosting with mod support, automatic backups, DDoS protection, and 24/7 support. All popular game settings are pre-configured.
Does the Player Scaling Calculator work on mobile?
Yes, the Player Scaling Calculator is fully responsive and works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.
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