How to change manage advanced configuration on your Sons of the Forest server
This article guides users on customizing advanced configurations for their Sons of the Forest server. It covers game modes (especially custom mode), step-by-step setup, variable adjustments, and troubleshooting common issues to enhance gameplay experience.
Welcome to the world of Sons of the Forest! If you've recently purchased a server and want to fine-tune your gaming experience, you're in the right place. In this article, we'll explain how advanced settings on your server work and guide you through the steps to customize your server settings.
Understanding Game Modes and Advanced Configuration
Sons of the Forest offers various gameplay modes such as Normal, Hard, Hardsurvival, Peaceful, Creative, and Custom. The first five modes have preset settings for a quick configuration, perfect for players who want to jump into the action quickly. However, if you're looking to fully personalize your server experience, you must select the Custom game mode. This allows you to access a new array of variables and advanced features that only Custom mode provides.
Steps to Change Manage Advanced Configuration:
- Set the Game Mode to Custom in Basic Settings and click Update Server.
- Go to the Config Manager and create a new config.
- Copy and paste the following code after the line containing
"GameSettings":
"CustomGameModeSettings": {
"GameSetting.Multiplayer.Cheats": false,
"GameSetting.Multiplayer.PvpDamage": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemySpawn": true,
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemyHealth": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemyDamage": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemyArmour": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemyAggression": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.AnimalSpawnRate": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Vail.EnemySearchParties": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Environment.StartingSeason": "Summer",
"GameSetting.Environment.SeasonLength": "Default",
"GameSetting.Environment.DayLength": "Default",
"GameSetting.Environment.PrecipitationFrequency": "Default",
"GameSetting.Survival.ConsumableEffects": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Survival.PlayerStatsDamage": "Off",
"GameSetting.Survival.ColdPenalties": "Off",
"GameSetting.Survival.StatRegenerationPenalty": "Off",
"GameSetting.Survival.ReducedFoodInContainers": false,
"GameSetting.Survival.SingleUseContainers": true,
"GameSetting.Survival.BuildingResistance": "Normal",
"GameSetting.Survival.CreativeMode": false,
"GameSetting.Survival.PlayersImmortalMode": false,
"GameSetting.FreeForm.ForcePlaceFullLoad": false,
"GameSetting.Construction.NoCuttingsSpawn": false,
"GameSetting.Survival.OneHitToCutTrees": false
} Make sure there's a } at the bottom after the block you inserted.
| Variable Group | Parameters | Possible Values |
|---|---|---|
| Boolean Values |
| true, false |
| Difficulty Settings |
| Low (or Off), Normal, High |
| Seasonal Settings |
| Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter (Season) Short, Default, Long, Realistic (Length) |
| Survival Difficulty |
| Off, Normal, Hard |
| Other Gameplay Settings |
| True, False |
- Modify the settings as you see fit, name the template as desired, and click Save Config.
Finally, restart the server to apply your changes.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Syntax Error: Check for any missing commas or quotation marks in your configuration. A small typo can cause the config file not to load.
- Game Mode Not Set to Custom: Ensure that you’ve correctly set the Game Mode to Custom in the Basic Settings before proceeding.
- Incorrect Value on a Variable: Make sure the values correspond to the allowed options for each variable. Refer to the game’s documentation if needed.
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to our customer care agents through our live chat or email at support@pingplayers.com.