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* Conan Exiles Dedicated Server - Comprehensive Hosting Guide
* Conan Exiles Server Documentation - Comprehensive Guide
* General game server hosting information (not platform-specific)
*/
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<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">📚 Navigation</h3>
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">📚 Quick Navigation</h3>
<div style="display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px;">
<a href="#overview" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Overview</a>
<a href="#quick-info" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Quick Info</a>
<a href="#ports" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">🔌 Ports</a>
<a href="#installation" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Installation</a>
<a href="#configuration" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">⚙️ Configuration</a>
<a href="#mods" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Mods & Admin</a>
<a href="#configuration" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Configuration</a>
<a href="#parameters" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">⚙️ Startup Parameters</a>
<a href="#troubleshooting" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">🔧 Troubleshooting</a>
<a href="#performance" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Performance</a>
<a href="#security" style="background: #0f172a; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 4px; color: #a5b4fc; text-decoration: none;">Security</a>
</div>
</div>
<h1>Conan Exiles Dedicated Server Hosting Guide</h1>
<h1>Conan Exiles Server Hosting Guide</h1>
<h2 id="overview">Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Conan Exiles</strong> is an open-world survival game set in the brutal lands of Conan the Barbarian. Players must survive in a vast sandbox world, build massive structures, tame thralls, and battle gods and other players in this savage civilization-building game.</p>
<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Conan Exiles is a multiplayer game server that can be hosted on a VPS or dedicated server. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about hosting a Conan Exiles server for your community.</p>
<h2 id="quick-info">Quick Info</h2>
<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
<ul style="color: #e5e7eb; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;">
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Default Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7777</code> (UDP)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Query Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27015</code> (UDP)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">RCON Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">25575</code> (TCP, optional)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Minimum RAM:</strong> 6GB (Recommended: 16-32GB)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Recommended CPU:</strong> 4+ cores @ 3.5GHz+</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Storage:</strong> 30GB+ (SSD strongly recommended)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Max Players:</strong> 40-70 typical (configurable)</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">SteamCMD App ID:</strong> 443030</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Config Files:</strong> ServerSettings.ini, Engine.ini, Game.ini</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Default Port:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">Varies (see configuration)</code></li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Protocol:</strong> TCP/UDP</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Minimum RAM:</strong> 1GB</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Engine:</strong> Various</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Steam App ID:</strong> <code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">443030</code></li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Recommended OS:</strong> Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) or Windows Server</li>
<li><strong style="color: #ffffff;">Configuration Files:</strong><ul style="margin-top: 8px;">
<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultEngine.ini</code> - Engine.ini </li>
<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultGame.ini</code> - Game.ini </li>
<li><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 2px 6px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultServerSettings.ini</code> - ServerSettings.ini</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>
</div>
</ul>
</div>
<h2 id="ports">🔌 Ports Required</h2>
<table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; background: #1e3a5f; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden;">
<thead>
<tr style="background: #0f172a;">
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Port</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Protocol</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Purpose</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff; border-bottom: 2px solid #3b82f6;">Required</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody style="color: #e5e7eb;">
<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7777</code></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Primary game port (player connections)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;"> Yes</span></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #152642;">
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">7778</code></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Raw UDP socket (automatic +1)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;"> Yes</span></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">27015</code></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #065f46; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #d1fae5;">UDP</span></td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;">Query port (server browser, Steam)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #334155;"><span style="background: #7c2d12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fed7aa;"> Yes</span></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #152642;">
<td style="padding: 12px;"><code style="background: #0f172a; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #a5b4fc;">25575</code></td>
<td style="padding: 12px;"><span style="background: #1e40af; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #dbeafe;">TCP</span></td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">RCON port (remote admin console)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;"><span style="background: #713f12; padding: 4px 8px; border-radius: 3px; color: #fef3c7;">Optional</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 15px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
<p style="color: #e5e7eb; margin: 0;"><strong>Note:</strong> Like ARK: Survival Evolved, Conan Exiles automatically uses port+1 for raw UDP socket connections. Always open both the main port and the port immediately after it (e.g., 7777 and 7778).</p>
</div>
<h3>Firewall Configuration Examples</h3>
<h4>UFW (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
<pre><code>sudo ufw allow 7777:7778/udp comment 'Conan Exiles game ports'
sudo ufw allow 27015/udp comment 'Conan Exiles query'
sudo ufw allow 25575/tcp comment 'Conan Exiles RCON'
<h2 id="ports">🔌 Network Ports</h2>
<div style="background: #1e3a5f; padding: 20px; border-left: 4px solid #3b82f6; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 4px;">
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;">Required Ports</h3>
<p style="color: #e5e7eb;">The Conan Exiles server typically uses a configurable port. Check your server configuration files for the specific port settings.</p>
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 20px;">Firewall Configuration</h3>
<p style="color: #e5e7eb;">Allow server ports through your firewall:</p>
<pre><code style="color: #a5b4fc;"># UFW (Ubuntu/Debian)
sudo ufw allow [PORT]/tcp
sudo ufw allow [PORT]/udp
sudo ufw reload
</code></pre>
<h4>FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL/Fedora)</h4>
<pre><code>sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=7777-7778/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27015/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=25575/tcp
# FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL)
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=[PORT]/tcp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=[PORT]/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --reload
# Windows Firewall
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Conan Exiles Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=[PORT]
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Conan Exiles Server" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=[PORT]
</code></pre>
<h4>Windows Firewall</h4>
<pre><code># Run in PowerShell as Administrator
New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "Conan Exiles Game" -Direction Inbound -Protocol UDP -LocalPort 7777,7778,27015 -Action Allow
New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "Conan Exiles RCON" -Direction Inbound -Protocol TCP -LocalPort 25575 -Action Allow
</code></pre>
<h4>iptables (Legacy Linux)</h4>
<pre><code>sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 7777:7778 -j ACCEPT
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 25575 -j ACCEPT
sudo service iptables save
</code></pre>
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 20px;">⚠️ Port Security Notes</h3>
<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8;">
<li>Only open ports that are necessary for the game server to function</li>
<li>Consider using non-standard ports to reduce automated attacks</li>
<li>If using cloud hosting, configure security groups properly</li>
<li>Monitor connection attempts and unusual traffic patterns</li>
</ul>
</div>
<h2 id="installation">Installation & Setup</h2>
<h3>System Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>OS:</strong> Windows Server 2016+ or Linux 64-bit (Ubuntu/Debian recommended)</li>
<li><strong>CPU:</strong> Minimum 4 cores @ 3.0GHz; Recommended 6-8 cores @ 3.5GHz+</li>
<li><strong>RAM:</strong> 6GB minimum, 16-32GB recommended for 40+ players</li>
<li><strong>Storage:</strong> 30GB+ for game files; SSD strongly recommended (world size grows)</li>
<li><strong>Network:</strong> 5Mbps minimum upload; 20-50Mbps for larger servers</li>
<li><strong>OS:</strong> Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+ or Debian 11+ recommended) or Windows Server 2019+</li>
<li><strong>CPU:</strong> 2+ cores recommended (single-threaded performance important for most game servers)</li>
<li><strong>RAM:</strong> 1GB minimum (more for larger player counts)</li>
<li><strong>Storage:</strong> 5GB+ for server files (SSD recommended for better performance)</li>
<li><strong>Network:</strong> Stable internet connection with low latency</li>
</ul>
<h3>Installing via SteamCMD (Linux)</h3>
<pre><code># Install SteamCMD
sudo add-apt-repository multiverse
sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
sudo apt update
sudo apt install steamcmd
<h3>Installation Steps</h3>
<h4>Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
<pre><code># Update system packages
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
# Create server directory
mkdir -p ~/conan-server
cd ~/conan-server
mkdir -p ~/gameserver
cd ~/gameserver
# Download server files
steamcmd +login anonymous +force_install_dir ~/conan-server +app_update 443030 validate +exit
# Download server files (method varies by game)
# Check official documentation for download links
</code></pre>
<h3>Installing via SteamCMD (Windows)</h3>
<pre><code># Download SteamCMD from https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip
# Extract to C:\steamcmd\
<h4>Windows Server</h4>
<p>Download the server files from the official game website or through Steam (if applicable). Extract to a dedicated folder and run the server executable.</p>
# Run CMD as Administrator
cd C:\steamcmd
steamcmd.exe +login anonymous +force_install_dir "C:\ConanServer" +app_update 443030 validate +exit
<h3>Using SteamCMD - RECOMMENDED METHOD</h3>
<p><strong>This game can be installed via SteamCMD using App ID: 443030</strong></p>
<h4>Install SteamCMD (Ubuntu/Debian)</h4>
<pre><code># Update package list
sudo apt update
# Enable 32-bit architecture
sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
sudo apt update
# Install SteamCMD
sudo apt install -y lib32gcc-s1 steamcmd
</code></pre>
<h4>Download Server Files</h4>
<pre><code># Create directory for game server
mkdir -p ~/gameservers/conanexiles
# Run SteamCMD and download
steamcmd +login anonymous \
+force_install_dir ~/gameservers/conanexiles \
+app_update 443030 validate \
+quit
# Server files are now in ~/gameservers/conanexiles/
cd ~/gameservers/conanexiles
ls -la
</code></pre>
<h4>Windows Installation with SteamCMD</h4>
<ol>
<li>Download SteamCMD from: <a href="https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip" target="_blank">https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd.zip</a></li>
<li>Extract to <code>C:\steamcmd\</code></li>
<li>Open Command Prompt and run:</li>
</ol>
<pre><code>cd C:\steamcmd
steamcmd.exe +login anonymous ^
+force_install_dir C:\gameservers\conanexiles ^
+app_update 443030 validate ^
+quit
</code></pre>
<h2 id="configuration">Server Configuration</h2>
<h3>Key Configuration Files</h3>
<p>Conan Exiles uses three main INI files located in <code>ConanSandbox/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/</code> (or <code>LinuxServer/</code>):</p>
<p>After installation, you'll need to configure your server. Here's where to find the configuration files and what settings you can change.</p>
<h4>1. ServerSettings.ini</h4>
<p>Primary server configuration file for gameplay settings:</p>
<pre><code>[ServerSettings]
; Server Identity
ServerName=My Conan Server
ServerPassword=
AdminPassword=YourSecureAdminPassword
ServerRegion=0
; Network
Port=7777
QueryPort=27015
MaxPlayers=40
; PvP Settings
PVPEnabled=True
RestrictPVPBuilding=True
RestrictPVPBuildingDamageTime=True
PVPBlitzServer=False
; Server Type (affects XP/harvesting rates)
; 0=No Selection, 1=Conflict, 2=PvE-Conflict, 3=PvE, 4=PvP
ServerType=4
; Progression
PlayerXPRateMultiplier=1.0
PlayerXPKillMultiplier=1.0
PlayerXPHarvestMultiplier=1.0
PlayerXPCraftMultiplier=1.0
PlayerXPTimeMultiplier=1.0
; Harvesting
HarvestAmountMultiplier=1.0
ItemConvertionMultiplier=1.0
ResourceRespawnSpeedMultiplier=1.0
; Thralls & NPCs
ThrallConversionMultiplier=1.0
ThrallCraftingTimeMultiplier=1.0
ThrallDecayTime=604800
; Building & Decay
BuildingDecayTime=604800
BuildingDecayTimeMultiplier=1.0
; Combat
PlayerDamageMultiplier=1.0
NPCDamageMultiplier=1.0
PlayerDamageTakenMultiplier=1.0
MinionDamageMultiplier=1.0
; Containers
ContainerIgnoreOwnership=False
; Purge Settings
EnablePurge=True
PurgeLevel=5
PurgeFrequency=14400
; Stamina & Resources
PlayerStaminaCostMultiplier=1.0
PlayerActiveThirstMultiplier=1.0
PlayerActiveHungerMultiplier=1.0
; Community
ClanMaxSize=10
ServerCommunity=0
</code></pre>
<h4>2. Engine.ini</h4>
<p>Performance and network optimization:</p>
<pre><code>[OnlineSubsystemSteam]
ServerName=My Conan Server
ServerPassword=
bEnabled=true
[/Script/Engine.GameSession]
MaxPlayers=40
[Core.System]
Paths=../../../Engine/Content
Paths=%GAMEDIR%Content
Paths=../../../Engine/Plugins/Runtime/Firebase/FirebaseGoodies/Content
Paths=../../../ConanSandbox/Plugins/ControlIconsToolkit/Content
</code></pre>
<h4>3. Game.ini</h4>
<p>Advanced gameplay customization:</p>
<pre><code>[/Script/ConanSandbox.ConanGameMode]
; Tweak specific game mechanics
NPCRespawnMultiplier=1.0
</code></pre>
<h3>Starting the Server</h3>
<h4>Windows</h4>
<pre><code># Navigate to ConanSandbox\Binaries\Win64\
cd C:\ConanServer\ConanSandbox\Binaries\Win64\
# Basic startup
ConanSandboxServer.exe -log
# With custom config and multihome
ConanSandboxServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=40 MULTIHOME=YOUR_SERVER_IP
</code></pre>
<h4>Linux</h4>
<pre><code># Make executable
chmod +x ConanSandboxServer.sh
# Run in screen session
screen -S conan ./ConanSandboxServer.sh -log
# With custom parameters
./ConanSandboxServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015 -MaxPlayers=40
# Detach: Ctrl+A, D
# Reattach: screen -r conan
</code></pre>
<h2 id="mods">Mods & Admin Tools</h2>
<h3>Installing Mods</h3>
<ol>
<li><strong>Subscribe to mods</strong> on Steam Workshop</li>
<li><strong>Note the Mod IDs</strong> from Workshop URLs (e.g., 1234567890)</li>
<li><strong>Edit modlist.txt</strong> in server root directory:</li>
</ol>
<pre><code># modlist.txt format (one mod ID per line)
*1234567890
*9876543210
*5555555555
</code></pre>
<ol start="4">
<li><strong>Restart server</strong> - mods download automatically on startup</li>
<li><strong>Check logs</strong> for mod loading confirmation</li>
</ol>
<h3>Popular Mods</h3>
<h3>Essential Settings</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Pippi - User & Server Management:</strong> Essential admin tools, teleportation, spawning</li>
<li><strong>Age of Calamitous:</strong> Massive content expansion with new armor, weapons, dungeons</li>
<li><strong>LBPR - Less Building Placement Restrictions:</strong> More flexible building</li>
<li><strong>Emberlight:</strong> Immersive crafting and character development overhaul</li>
<li><strong>Fashionist:</strong> Appearance customization and transmogrification</li>
<li><strong>Server Name:</strong> Set a descriptive name for your server</li>
<li><strong>Max Players:</strong> Configure based on your server's resources</li>
<li><strong>Password:</strong> Optional password protection for private servers</li>
<li><strong>Admin/RCON Password:</strong> Set a strong password for remote administration</li>
<li><strong>Game Mode:</strong> Configure game-specific modes and settings</li>
</ul>
<h3>Admin Commands</h3>
<p>Press <code>Insert</code> (or configured key) to open admin panel after authenticating with admin password.</p>
<h3>Configuration Files</h3>
<p>Important configuration files for this server:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong><code>ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultEngine.ini</code></strong> - Engine.ini </li>
<li><strong><code>ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultGame.ini</code></strong> - Game.ini </li>
<li><strong><code>ConanSandbox\Config\DefaultServerSettings.ini</code></strong> - ServerSettings.ini</li>
</ul>
<h4>Common Admin Console Commands</h4>
<pre><code># Make yourself admin (in-game)
MakeMeAdmin YourAdminPassword
<h3>Server Commands</h3>
<p>Common administrative commands (access via console or RCON):</p>
<pre><code># Kick player
kick [player_name]
# Teleport
TeleportPlayer X Y Z
TeleportToPlayer PlayerName
# Ban player
ban [player_name]
# Spawning
Summon ItemName
SpawnItem ItemID Quantity
# Change map/level (syntax varies by game)
changelevel [map_name]
# God mode
God
# Set admin password (if supported)
setadminpassword [password]
</code></pre>
# Fly mode
Fly / Walk
<h2 id="parameters">⚙️ Startup Parameters</h2>
# Invisibility
Invisibility
<h3>Basic Startup</h3>
<pre><code># Generic startup command structure
./server_executable [parameters]
</code></pre>
# Give all recipes
LearnEmote *
<h3>Common Parameters</h3>
<ul>
<li><code>-port [number]</code> - Set the server port</li>
<li><code>-maxplayers [number]</code> - Maximum player slots</li>
<li><code>-map [name]</code> - Starting map/level</li>
<li><code>-console</code> - Enable console output</li>
<li><code>-nographics</code> - Run without graphics (headless mode)</li>
</ul>
# Server control
SaveGame
RestartServer
<h3>Creating a Start Script</h3>
# Clan management
SetClanOwner ClanID PlayerID
<p><strong>Linux (start.sh):</strong></p>
<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
cd /path/to/server
./server_executable [parameters] 2>&1 | tee server.log
</code></pre>
<pre><code>chmod +x start.sh
./start.sh
</code></pre>
<p><strong>Windows (start.bat):</strong></p>
<pre><code>@echo off
cd /d "%~dp0"
server_executable.exe [parameters]
pause
</code></pre>
<h3>Running as a Service</h3>
<p><strong>Linux (systemd):</strong></p>
<pre><code># Create service file: /etc/systemd/system/gameserver.service
[Unit]
Description=Conan Exiles Server
After=network.target
[Service]
Type=simple
User=gameserver
WorkingDirectory=/home/gameserver/server
ExecStart=/home/gameserver/server/start.sh
Restart=on-failure
RestartSec=10
[Install]
WantedBy=multi-user.target
</code></pre>
<pre><code># Enable and start service
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
sudo systemctl enable gameserver
sudo systemctl start gameserver
sudo systemctl status gameserver
</code></pre>
<h2 id="troubleshooting">🔧 Troubleshooting</h2>
<h3>Server Not Appearing in Browser</h3>
<pre><code># 1. Check ports are open
netstat -an | grep 7777
netstat -an | grep 27015
<h3>Server Won't Start</h3>
# 2. Verify ServerSettings.ini
ServerRegion=0 # Should be set
MaxPlayers=40 # Must be configured
<h4>Check Server Logs</h4>
<pre><code># View recent log entries
tail -f server.log
# 3. Check firewall rules
sudo ufw status verbose
# 4. Try direct connect instead of browser
# In game: Open server list → Direct Connect → IP:Port
# Or check system logs
journalctl -u gameserver -f
</code></pre>
<h3>High Memory Usage / Crashes</h3>
<pre><code># Reduce max players
MaxPlayers=20 # Instead of 40+
<h4>Port Already in Use</h4>
<pre><code># Find what's using the port
sudo lsof -i :[PORT]
sudo netstat -tulpn | grep [PORT]
# Increase server RAM allocation (Linux)
# Edit startup script to use ulimit
ulimit -v 33554432 # 32GB limit
# Disable building decay temporarily for testing
BuildingDecayTime=0
# Regular restarts recommended
# Schedule automatic restart every 24-48 hours
# Kill the process or change server port
</code></pre>
<h3>Mods Not Loading</h3>
<h4>Missing Dependencies</h4>
<p>Ensure all required dependencies are installed. Check the error messages for missing libraries or packages.</p>
<h3>Connection Issues</h3>
<h4>Can't Connect to Server</h4>
<ol>
<li><strong>Verify server is running:</strong> <code>ps aux | grep server</code></li>
<li><strong>Check port is listening:</strong> <code>netstat -an | grep [PORT]</code></li>
<li><strong>Verify firewall rules</strong> (see Ports section above)</li>
<li><strong>Check server IP:</strong> Use external IP, not localhost</li>
<li><strong>Router/NAT:</strong> Ensure port forwarding is configured</li>
</ol>
<h4>High Latency/Lag</h4>
<ul>
<li>Verify <code>modlist.txt</code> exists in server root</li>
<li>Ensure each line starts with asterisk (*)</li>
<li>Check mod IDs are correct (from Steam Workshop URL)</li>
<li>Look for <code>*_ModControlPanel.txt</code> file generation</li>
<li>Review server logs for mod loading errors</li>
<li>Some mods require client-side installation too</li>
<li>Check server resource usage (CPU, RAM, disk I/O)</li>
<li>Verify network bandwidth is adequate</li>
<li>Consider server location relative to players</li>
<li>Check for background processes consuming resources</li>
</ul>
<h3>Performance Issues / Lag</h3>
<pre><code># Reduce tick rate (ServerSettings.ini)
ServerTickRate=30 # Default is higher
<h3>Performance Issues</h3>
# Lower view distance
ViewDistance=0.5
<h4>Server Lag</h4>
<ol>
<li><strong>Monitor resources:</strong> Use <code>htop</code> or <code>top</code></li>
<li><strong>Check disk I/O:</strong> Use <code>iotop</code></li>
<li><strong>Review server logs</strong> for errors or warnings</li>
<li><strong>Reduce player count</strong> or increase server resources</li>
<li><strong>Optimize configuration</strong> based on server capacity</li>
</ol>
# Reduce NPC density
NPCRespawnMultiplier=0.5
<h4>Memory Leaks</h4>
<pre><code># Monitor memory usage
free -h
top -p $(pgrep -f server)
# Clean up abandoned buildings
BuildingDecayTime=86400 # 1 day instead of 7
# Restart server regularly via cron if needed
0 4 * * * /home/gameserver/restart.sh
</code></pre>
<h2 id="performance">Performance Optimization</h2>
<h3>Hardware Recommendations by Player Count</h3>
<table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0;">
<thead>
<tr style="background: #0f172a;">
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff;">Players</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff;">RAM</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff;">CPU Cores</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; text-align: left; color: #ffffff;">Storage</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody style="color: #e5e7eb;">
<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
<td style="padding: 12px;">1-10</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">6-8GB</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">4</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">SSD 30GB+</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #152642;">
<td style="padding: 12px;">11-20</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">12-16GB</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">6</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">SSD 40GB+</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #1e3a5f;">
<td style="padding: 12px;">21-40</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">16-24GB</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">8</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">SSD 50GB+</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background: #152642;">
<td style="padding: 12px;">41-70</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">32GB+</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">12+</td>
<td style="padding: 12px;">NVMe 60GB+</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Server Tuning</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>CPU:</strong> Ensure adequate CPU allocation; most game servers are single-threaded</li>
<li><strong>RAM:</strong> Allocate sufficient memory; monitor usage and adjust as needed</li>
<li><strong>Disk:</strong> Use SSD storage for better I/O performance</li>
<li><strong>Network:</strong> Ensure stable, low-latency connection</li>
</ul>
<h3>Optimization Settings</h3>
<pre><code># ServerSettings.ini performance tweaks
<h3>Operating System Optimization</h3>
<pre><code># Increase file descriptor limits
echo "* soft nofile 65536" >> /etc/security/limits.conf
echo "* hard nofile 65536" >> /etc/security/limits.conf
; Reduce resource intensity
HarvestAmountMultiplier=2.0 # Faster gathering = less time farming
ThrallConversionMultiplier=0.5 # Faster thrall conversion
; Faster decay for abandoned structures
BuildingDecayTime=259200 # 3 days instead of 7
; Purge optimization
EnablePurge=False # Disable if causing performance issues
PurgeFrequency=21600 # Less frequent if enabled
; NPC spawn rates
NPCRespawnMultiplier=0.75 # Reduce if too many NPCs
; Stamina (reduces combat calculations)
PlayerStaminaCostMultiplier=0.75 # Less stamina drain
; Clan sizes (affects database queries)
ClanMaxSize=5 # Smaller = better performance
# Network tuning
sysctl -w net.core.rmem_max=16777216
sysctl -w net.core.wmem_max=16777216
sysctl -w net.ipv4.tcp_rmem="4096 87380 16777216"
sysctl -w net.ipv4.tcp_wmem="4096 87380 16777216"
</code></pre>
<h3>Database Maintenance</h3>
<p>Conan Exiles uses SQLite database for world persistence. Regular maintenance improves performance:</p>
<h3>Monitoring</h3>
<p>Set up monitoring to track server health:</p>
<ul>
<li>CPU and memory usage</li>
<li>Network traffic and latency</li>
<li>Player count and activity</li>
<li>Error rates and crash logs</li>
</ul>
<pre><code># Backup database regularly
cp game.db game.db.backup
<h3>Backup Strategy</h3>
<pre><code>#!/bin/bash
# backup.sh - Run via cron
DATE=$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S)
BACKUP_DIR="/backups/gameserver"
SERVER_DIR="/home/gameserver/server"
# The server automatically maintains the database
# But you can manually optimize offline:
sqlite3 game.db "VACUUM;"
# Create backup
tar -czf $BACKUP_DIR/backup_$DATE.tar.gz -C $SERVER_DIR .
# Keep only last 7 days
find $BACKUP_DIR -name "backup_*.tar.gz" -mtime +7 -delete
</code></pre>
<h2 id="security">Security Best Practices</h2>
<h3>Firewall Configuration</h3>
<pre><code># Minimal firewall - only allow necessary ports
sudo ufw default deny incoming
sudo ufw default allow outgoing
sudo ufw allow [SERVER_PORT]/tcp
sudo ufw allow [SERVER_PORT]/udp
sudo ufw allow 22/tcp # SSH
sudo ufw enable
</code></pre>
<h3>Strong Passwords</h3>
<ul>
<li>Use strong, unique passwords for admin/RCON access</li>
<li>Never use default passwords</li>
<li>Change passwords regularly</li>
<li>Don't share admin credentials unnecessarily</li>
</ul>
<h3>Regular Updates</h3>
<ul>
<li>Keep server software updated to the latest stable version</li>
<li>Update operating system and dependencies regularly</li>
<li>Subscribe to security advisories for your game</li>
<li>Test updates on a staging server before production deployment</li>
</ul>
<h3>Access Control</h3>
<ul>
<li>Limit SSH access to specific IPs if possible</li>
<li>Use SSH keys instead of passwords</li>
<li>Disable root login via SSH</li>
<li>Implement fail2ban or similar intrusion prevention</li>
</ul>
<h3>DDoS Protection</h3>
<ul>
<li>Consider DDoS protection services (Cloudflare, OVH, etc.)</li>
<li>Implement rate limiting where supported</li>
<li>Monitor for unusual traffic patterns</li>
<li>Have an incident response plan</li>
</ul>
<h2>Additional Resources</h2>
<ul>
<li>Official Conan Exiles documentation and forums</li>
<li>Community wikis and guides</li>
<li>Game-specific Discord or Reddit communities</li>
<li>Server hosting provider documentation</li>
</ul>
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<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;"><i class="fas fa-lightbulb" style="color: #fbbf24; margin-right: 8px;"></i>Pro Tips</h3>
<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8;">
<li><strong>SSD is mandatory:</strong> World database writes constantly - HDD will cause severe lag</li>
<li><strong>Restart schedule:</strong> Auto-restart every 24-48 hours prevents memory leaks</li>
<li><strong>Purge carefully:</strong> The Purge system is resource-intensive; test on low player count first</li>
<li><strong>Thrall limits:</strong> Too many thralls cause lag - set reasonable limits or use decay</li>
<li><strong>Building limits:</strong> Large bases impact performance - enforce reasonable building policies</li>
<li><strong>Backup everything:</strong> Database corruption can occur - automated hourly backups recommended</li>
<li><strong>Admin tools:</strong> Pippi mod is essential for server management and admin tasks</li>
<h3 style="color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0;"><i class="fas fa-exclamation-triangle" style="color: #fbbf24; margin-right: 8px;"></i>Important Notes</h3>
<ul style="color: #fef3c7; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;">
<li>Always make backups before making configuration changes</li>
<li>Keep your server and dependencies updated</li>
<li>Monitor server resources and player activity</li>
<li>Follow the game's End User License Agreement (EULA) and Terms of Service</li>
<li>Join community forums for support and best practices</li>
</ul>
</div>
<h2>Resources</h2>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.conanexiles.com/" target="_blank">Official Conan Exiles Website</a></li>
<li><a href="https://forums.funcom.com/c/conan-exiles/pc-discussion" target="_blank">Official Forums</a></li>
<li><a href="https://steamcommunity.com/app/440900/workshop/" target="_blank">Steam Workshop (Mods)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://conanexiles.fandom.com/" target="_blank">Conan Exiles Wiki</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.conanexilesmap.com/" target="_blank">Interactive Map</a></li>
</ul>
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