V Rising: How to Host a Server – A Guide for Dev

Hello Dev, are you interested in hosting a server for V Rising? Look no further, because in this article we will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to set up and host a server for the game. Whether you’re a seasoned host or a newcomer to the world of hosting, we’ve got you covered. Let’s get started!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Server Requirements
3. Server Setup
4. Firewall Configuration
5. Port Forwarding
6. Configuring the Server
7. Managing the Server
8. Troubleshooting
9. FAQ

Introduction

V Rising is an upcoming game that allows players to play as a vampire in a world filled with other supernatural beings. To fully enjoy the multiplayer aspect of the game, players can host their own servers for others to join. Hosting a server can be an enjoyable experience, but it can also be quite challenging. In this guide, we will cover everything you need to know to host a V Rising server.

Server Requirements

Before you start hosting a server, you will need to make sure that your computer meets the following requirements:

Requirement	Minimum	Recommended
Processor	Intel Core i3-540 or AMD Phenom II X4 965	Intel Core i5-4670K or AMD FX-8350
Memory	4 GB RAM	8 GB RAM
Hard Drive	5 GB free space	10 GB free space
Operating System	Windows 7 64-bit or newer	Windows 10 64-bit
Internet Connection	Broadband Internet Connection	Broadband Internet Connection

Choosing a Hosting Service

If you do not have a powerful computer, or you do not want to go through the hassle of hosting a server yourself, you can choose to use a hosting service. There are many server hosting services available on the internet, and they offer various packages with different features and prices. Some popular hosting services for V Rising include:

• GameServers.com
• Nitrado.net
• SurvivalServers.com
• GTXGaming.co.uk

These hosting services will provide you with a server that is hosted on their own hardware, which means that you don’t have to worry about meeting the server requirements or managing the server hardware yourself.

Server Setup

To start hosting a server, you will need to download and install the V Rising Dedicated Server from the Steam store. Once you’ve installed the server, you can launch it from your Steam library by following these steps:

1. Open Steam and go to the Library tab
2. Click on the Tools tab
3. Find and double-click on the V Rising Dedicated Server

This will launch the server in a new window, and you will be able to see the server console. The first time you launch the server, it will create a new folder called “Vrising Dedicated Server” in your Steam library folder. This folder contains all the necessary files for the server.

Server Configuration Files

The server configuration files are located in the Vrising Dedicated Server folder. There are two main configuration files that you will need to edit:

• server.cfg: This file contains server settings such as server name, password, and game mode.
• mapcycle.cfg: This file contains a list of maps that the server will cycle through.

You can edit these files using a text editor such as Notepad or Notepad++. You can find the configuration files in the following location:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Vrising Dedicated Server\cfg

Server Launch Parameters

Before launching the server, you can also set launch parameters which will configure the server at launch. You can set launch parameters by right-clicking on the game in your Steam library, selecting “Properties”, and then clicking on “Set Launch Options”.

Here are some useful launch parameters:

• -console: Launches the server with the console enabled.
• -port: Sets the port number for the server (default is 7777).
• -log: Enables logging for the server.
• -game: Specifies the game directory to run the server from.

Firewall Configuration

If you are hosting the server on your own computer, you will need to configure your firewall to allow incoming connections to the server.

Here’s how to do it on Windows:

1. Open Windows Defender Firewall
2. Click on “Advanced Settings”
3. Click on “Inbound Rules”
4. Click on “New Rule”
5. Select “Port” and click “Next”
6. Enter the server port number (default is 7777) and click “Next”
7. Select “Allow the connection” and click “Next”
8. Select the network types you want to allow the connection on and click “Next”
9. Enter a name for the rule and click “Finish”

If you are using a router, you will also need to configure your router to forward incoming connections to your computer. This is known as port forwarding.

Port Forwarding

If you are hosting the server on your own computer and you are behind a router, you will need to set up port forwarding to allow incoming connections to the server. Port forwarding allows incoming connections to be forwarded from the router to your computer, where the server is running.

Here’s how to set up port forwarding on your router:

1. Log in to your router’s web interface
2. Find the port forwarding section
3. Create a new port forwarding rule
4. Enter the server port number (default is 7777) as the external port
5. Enter your computer’s IP address as the internal IP address
6. Enter the server port number (default is 7777) as the internal port
7. Select the protocol (TCP or UDP)
8. Save the rule

Make sure to also set a static IP address for your computer, so that the port forwarding rule does not change when your computer gets a new IP address.

Configuring the Server

After launching the server, you can configure it by editing the server.cfg and mapcycle.cfg files. Here are some important settings you may want to change:

• sv_hostname: Sets the server name that appears in the server browser.
• sv_password: Sets a password for the server.
• sv_gamemode: Sets the game mode for the server.
• sv_mapcycle: Sets the list of maps that the server will cycle through.
• sv_maxplayers: Sets the maximum number of players that can join the server.

Game Modes

Here are the available game modes in V Rising:

• Free for All (ffa): Every player is on their own team.
• Team Deathmatch (tdm): Players are divided into two teams and fight against each other to get the most kills.
• Domination (dom): Players fight to control various points on the map. The team with the most points at the end of the round wins.
• Capture the Flag (ctf): Players fight to capture the other team’s flag and bring it back to their own base.

Mapcycle

You can add or remove maps from the mapcycle.cfg file to change the maps that the server will cycle through. Here’s an example mapcycle that includes all the available maps:

map nm_burgenmap nm_castlemap nm_cottagemap nm_mansionmap nm_villagemap nm_manormap nm_asylummap nm_hospital

Managing the Server

After the server is up and running, you can manage it using the server console. Here are some useful server commands:

• listplayers: Lists all the players currently connected to the server.
• kick [playername]: Kicks a player from the server.
• ban [playername]: Bans a player from the server.
• sv_restart: Restarts the server.
• sv_shutdown: Shuts down the server.

Troubleshooting

If you’re having trouble hosting a server, here are some common issues and solutions:

Ports not forwarded

If you’re hosting the server on your own computer and you’re behind a router, make sure to forward the necessary ports to your computer. See the Port Forwarding section for more information.

Firewall blocking connections

If your firewall is blocking incoming connections to the server, make sure to configure it to allow connections to the server. See the Firewall Configuration section for more information.

Server not showing up in the browser

If your server is not showing up in the server browser, make sure that it is set to be publicly visible in the server.cfg file. You can also try connecting to your server using the console by typing “open [serverip]:[port]”

FAQ

1. Can I host a server on a virtual private server (VPS)?

Yes, you can host a V Rising server on a VPS. However, make sure that the VPS meets the server requirements and has a good internet connection.

2. Can I customize the server settings?

Yes, you can customize the server settings by editing the server.cfg and mapcycle.cfg files. See the Configuring the Server section for more information.

3. How many players can join my server?

The maximum number of players that can join a V Rising server is 16.

4. Can I use mods on my server?

Yes, you can use mods on your server. You can add mod files to the server’s mod folder, and then load them using the “mutator” server setting in the server.cfg file.

5. How do I update my server?

To update your server to the latest version, simply download and install the latest V Rising Dedicated Server from the Steam store.

Congratulations, Dev! You are now equipped with the knowledge and tools to host a V Rising server. We hope you found this guide helpful and please feel free to share it with others who may be interested in hosting their own server. Happy hosting!