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Space Engineers — Complete Dedicated Server Guide
Startup Parameters
Default command line
./space-engineers_server -port 27015 -maxplayers 16 -config server.cfg
Parameters (common server flags)
-port <port>— Server port (default varies by game)-maxplayers <num>— Maximum player count-config <file>— Configuration file to load-log— Enable logging-console— Enable console output-dedicated— Run as dedicated server-name "<name>"— Server name-password "<pass>"— Server password
Ports
- Game: UDP 27015 (typical default)
- Query: UDP 27016 (game port + 1)
- Admin/RCON: TCP varies by game
Config Files & Locations
Windows:
space-engineers_server.cfg— Main server configurationconfig/— Configuration directorylogs/— Log files directorydata/— Server data and saves
Linux:
~/space-engineers/server.cfg— Main server configuration~/space-engineers/config/— Configuration directory~/space-engineers/logs/— Log files directory~/space-engineers/data/— Server data and saves
Key Files:
- server.cfg: Core server settings and game rules
- admins.cfg: Administrator configuration (if applicable)
- banned.cfg: Banned players list (if applicable)
Steam Workshop
Workshop Integration:
- Check Steam Workshop for community content
- Subscribe to collections via Steam client
- Server automatically downloads subscribed content
- Configure workshop content loading in server configuration
Common Mods (curated)
Admin/Management Mods
- Check official mod repositories or community sites for Space Engineers
- Look for server administration, anti-cheat, and quality-of-life mods
- Install according to game's modding framework (if available)
Popular Community Mods
- Search Steam Workshop (if supported) for highly-rated server mods
- Check game's official forums and community sites for recommended mods
- Verify mod compatibility with current server version
Installation Notes
- Follow each mod's specific installation instructions
- Some games require mod loading frameworks or special startup parameters
- Test mods individually before combining multiple mods
Database
Not applicable - this game does not use a database for core functionality.
Administration & Scripting
Remote Administration:
- RCON (Remote Console) access for server management
- Web-based admin panels (game-specific or third-party)
- In-game admin commands and permissions
Backup Strategy:
- Automated daily backups of save files and configuration
- Rotate backups (keep 7 daily, 4 weekly, 12 monthly)
- Test backup restoration procedures regularly
- Store backups in separate location/drive
Auto-Update:
- Use SteamCMD for automatic server updates (Steam games)
- Schedule updates during low-traffic periods
- Backup before applying updates
- Monitor for update announcements and patch notes
Monitoring:
- Server performance monitoring (CPU, memory, network)
- Player connection logs and statistics
- Error log monitoring and alerting
- Uptime tracking and availability reporting
Troubleshooting (game-specific)
Server not starting
- Cause: Missing dependencies, incorrect configuration, or port conflicts
- Fix: Check server logs, verify all required files are present, ensure ports are available
Players cannot connect
- Cause: Firewall blocking server port or incorrect network configuration
- Fix: Open required ports in firewall, verify server is binding to correct IP address
Performance issues/lag
- Cause: Insufficient server resources or suboptimal configuration
- Fix: Monitor CPU/memory usage, optimize server settings, reduce player/entity limits
Configuration not loading
- Cause: Syntax errors in config files or incorrect file paths
- Fix: Validate configuration file syntax, check file permissions, review server logs
Mod/plugin conflicts
- Cause: Incompatible mods or plugin version mismatches
- Fix: Test mods individually, update to compatible versions, check for known conflicts