Dedicated Servers & Troubleshooting · Verified FAQ
Which dedicated-server settings are required?
Direct answer
Owner ID, Server Name, Default World Name and Admin Password are required; World Password is optional. Stop the server before editing because changes made while it runs can be lost.
How to use this answer
This answer resolves one specific player question and is intentionally narrower than the broader dedicated servers & troubleshooting hub. Start with the direct answer, then verify the installed game or server build before changing progression, equipment, settings or saved-world files.
- Back up saves or configuration before changing files.
- Match the complete client and server versions.
- Change one variable at a time and preserve the relevant log if the problem remains.
Version and evidence boundary
The conclusion is based on the official source named below and was reviewed on 2026-07-26. It does not add undisclosed coordinates, drop probabilities, encounter phases or release promises. If the in-game interface differs after a newer patch, the live tooltip and newer official notes take priority.
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