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This guide provides a comprehensive explanation of each configuration option for your Longvinter server. These settings can be found in the Game.ini file located at ~/longvinter-server/Longvinter/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini.
Remember to restart your server after making changes to the configuration file for the new settings to take effect.

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Server Configuration

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string
default:"Unnamed Island"
Sets the name that appears in the server browser.Note: Avoid using “OFFICIAL” in the name to prevent confusion with officially hosted servers.Example: [EU-WEST] Arlo's Hangout
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string
default:"Welcome to Longvinter Island!"
Sets the Message of the Day displayed on signs around the island.Example: Welcome to Arlo's Hangout
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integer
default:"32"
Sets the maximum number of players that can connect simultaneously.Example: 64
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string
default:""
Sets a password for the server. Leave empty for no password.Note: Use only numbers and letters.Example: arloisbest123
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string
default:"www.longvinter.com"
Promotes a website, displayed with the server message and openable in-game.Example: discord.gg/longvinter
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string
default:"none"
Adds a tag for easier server searching.Note: Use only one tag and avoid the word “OFFICIAL” to distinguish from official servers.Example: PVE
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boolean
default:"false"
Enables or disables cooperative play mode.Example: false
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boolean
default:"true"
Enables or disables VPN checking for connecting players.Example: true
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integer
default:"0"
Sets the cooperative spawn point on the island.Example: 0
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boolean
default:"true"
Enables or disables Player versus Player combat.Example: false
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boolean
default:"true"
Enables or disables tent decay to manage abandoned tents.Example: true
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integer
default:"2"
Sets the maximum number of tents players can place on the server.Example: 3
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integer
default:"600"
Sets the maximum respawn time (in seconds) for loot chests.Example: 900
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boolean
default:"false"
Disables wandering traders from spawningExample: false
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string
default:""
Assigns admin privileges to specified EOS IDs. You can get EOS ID from game settings.Note: Add multiple IDs by separating them with a single space.Example: 00023652dd9b4673be20d4f83ab42c5b 0002365d948ad82f373be20d4ff8ab42c5b
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integer
Sets the daily restart time for the server (in 24-hour format).Example: 6
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boolean
default:"false"
Saves backups once a day to two different foldersExample: true

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Example Configuration

Here’s an example of a fully configured Game.ini file:

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Server Parameters

When running your Longvinter server, you can use the following parameters to customize its behavior:
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integer
default:"7777"
Sets the port that the game uses for client connections.Example: -GamePort=7777
You can use these parameters when starting your server. For example:

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Getting Help

FAQ

Check our server FAQ page to find solutions for common issues.

Discord

Ask qeustions in our #dedicated-server-help channel located in our Discord server.