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Hurtworld Server Setup Guide

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This guide covers how to set up your Hurtworld dedicated server on Legion Hosting, configure startup variables, edit the server configuration, set up PvP and resource rates, connect to your server, and manage saves. Hurtworld is a multiplayer survival FPS where players gather resources, build bases, and craft gear to survive in a harsh environment. For admin commands, Oxide/uMod plugin support, and troubleshooting, see Hurtworld Admin Commands.

Note: Hurtworld dedicated servers run independently from in-game hosting. A dedicated server keeps your world online 24/7 so players can continue building and surviving without the host needing to be present.

1. First Start

  1. Log in to GPanel and select your Hurtworld server.
  2. Go to the Startup tab and review the configurable variables (see Section 2).
  3. Set HOSTNAME and optionally adjust MAX_PLAYERS.
  4. Return to the Console tab and click Start.
  5. Wait for the console to confirm the server has started. The first launch generates the world and creates initial configuration files.
First start generates config files. If you need to edit autoexec.cfg, start the server once, let it finish loading, then stop it before editing.

2. GPanel Startup Variables

VariableRequiredDescription
HOSTNAMEYesThe name displayed in the server browser.
MAX_PLAYERSNoMaximum concurrent players. Default is 60.
QUERY_PORTAutoSteam query port. Default is 13871. Managed by GPanel.
CREATIVE_MODENoEnable creative mode (free build). 0 = off, 1 = on. Default is 0.
ADMINSNoSteam ID of the server owner for admin access.
INSTALL_OXIDENoInstall Oxide/uMod modding framework. 0 = no, 1 = yes. Default is 0.

3. Server Configuration (autoexec.cfg)

For advanced settings, edit the configuration file directly. Stop your server before making changes.

File Location

autoexec.cfg

Open via the Files tab in GPanel or SFTP. Uses console command syntax, one command per line.

Key Settings

CommandDefaultDescription
host(from startup)Server name displayed in the browser.
maxplayers60Maximum concurrent players.
setpassword(empty)Server join password. Leave empty for public.
lootscale1Multiplier for loot drop rates.
resourcescale1Multiplier for resource gathering. Set to 2 for double.
craftscale1Multiplier for crafting speed.
pvp true/falsetrueEnables or disables PvP combat.
protectalivetimeout0Spawn protection in seconds.
autosaveinterval300Auto-save interval in seconds (5 minutes).

Example autoexec.cfg

host "My Legion Hurtworld Server"
maxplayers 40
setpassword ""
lootscale 1.5
resourcescale 2
craftscale 1
pvp true
protectalivetimeout 30
autosaveinterval 300
Do not change port values. The game port and query port are assigned by GPanel and must match your allocated ports. Changing them will prevent players from connecting.

4. Map Selection

Set the map using the MAP startup variable in GPanel or the loadmap command in autoexec.cfg.

Map NameDescription
HurtworldIslandDefault island map with desert, snow, and forest biomes.
DiemenslandAlternative map with different terrain and resource distribution.

Switching maps preserves builds on the previous map.

5. PvP and Resource Settings

Customize the play style in autoexec.cfg:

  • PvP servers: Keep pvp true and set protectalivetimeout for spawn protection.
  • PvE servers: Set pvp false for cooperative play.
  • Boosted servers: Increase resourcescale and lootscale for faster progression.
  • Hardcore servers: Keep all scales at 1 or lower.

6. How to Connect

Option A -- In-Game Server Browser

  1. Launch Hurtworld from Steam.
  2. From the main menu, click Play Online.
  3. Search for your server by name, select it, and click Join.

Option B -- Direct Connect via Console

  1. Launch Hurtworld and press F1 to open the console.
  2. Type: 
    connect <your-server-ip>:<port>
Connection issues? Verify your server is running in GPanel and check the correct IP and port from the Network tab. Ports are randomly assigned unless you have a private IP. See How to Find Your Server IP and Port for help.

7. Save Management

The server auto-saves at the interval set by autosaveinterval (default: 300 seconds / 5 minutes). Save files are stored in the saves/ directory containing player bases, inventories, vehicles, and world state.

Manual Backups via SFTP

  1. Stop the server from GPanel.
  2. Connect via SFTP (see How to Upload Files via SFTP).
  3. Download the entire saves/ directory and store it safely.

Restoring a Save

  1. Stop the server, connect via SFTP, and upload your backup to saves/.
  2. Start the server from GPanel to load the restored save.
Back up regularly. Player bases and resources represent significant time investment. Regular backups protect against corruption or accidental wipes.

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Need Help?

If you run into issues with your Hurtworld server that are not covered here, open a support ticket and include your server IP, a description of the problem, and any relevant error messages from the GPanel console.

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