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Abiotic Factor Dedicated Server Setup Guide 2025 - Complete Installation

Abiotic Factor Guide • Updated Jan 11, 2026

Abiotic Factor Dedicated Server Setup Guide 2025

Setting up your own Abiotic Factor dedicated server gives you complete control over your survival experience. Host up to 24 players, configure custom settings, and ensure your facility stays online 24/7.

📋 Quick Overview

  • Steam App ID: 427410
  • Default Port: 7777 UDP
  • Query Port: 27015 UDP
  • Max Players: 6 default, up to 24 configurable
  • Crossplay: Full PC, PS5, Xbox support

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

ConfigurationMinimumRecommended
CPU4 cores @ 2.5 GHz6+ cores @ 3.0+ GHz
RAM8 GB16 GB for 12+ players
Storage10 GB SSD20 GB NVMe SSD
Network50 Mbps upload100+ Mbps upload
OSWindows 10/11 64-bitWindows Server 2019/2022

Step 1: Install SteamCMD

SteamCMD is Valve's command-line tool for downloading Steam game server files.

Windows Setup

  1. Download SteamCMD: Visit Valve's SteamCMD wiki and download the Windows version.
  2. Extract: Unzip the downloaded file to a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\steamcmd).
  3. Run SteamCMD: Double-click steamcmd.exe to launch it.

Linux Setup (Ubuntu/Debian)

# Update packages
sudo apt-get update

# Install required dependencies
sudo apt-get install lib32gcc-s1 libc6-i386

# Download and extract SteamCMD
mkdir ~/steamcmd
cd ~/steamcmd
wget https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd_linux.tar.gz
tar -xvzf steamcmd_linux.tar.gz

Step 2: Download Abiotic Factor Server Files

Launch SteamCMD and run the following commands:

# Set installation directory
force_install_dir C:\AbioticServer  # Windows
# force_install_dir ~/abioticserver  # Linux

# Login anonymously (no Steam account required)
login anonymous

# Download Abiotic Factor server files
app_update 427410 validate

# Exit SteamCMD
quit

Tip: Create a batch file or script to automate updates. Run app_update 427410 regularly to keep your server updated.

Step 3: Configure Server Settings

Navigate to your server directory and create the configuration file:

Windows Configuration

Location: C:\AbioticServer\AbioticServer\Saved\Config\WindowsServer\Game.ini

[/Script/AbioticFactor.AbioticFactorGameMode]
ServerName="My Abiotic Factor Server"
MaxPlayers=6
ServerPassword=""
AdminPassword="your_admin_password"
DifficultyLevel=Normal
DayLengthSeconds=3600
NightLengthSeconds=1800

Linux Configuration

Location: ~/abioticserver/AbioticServer/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini

Step 4: Launch the Server

Windows Launch

Create a batch file start_server.bat:

@echo off
cd C:\AbioticServer
start AbioticServer.exe -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015

Linux Launch

Create a shell script start_server.sh:

#!/bin/bash
cd ~/abioticserver
./AbioticServer.sh -log -Port=7777 -QueryPort=27015

Step 5: Port Forwarding

Open the following ports on your router and firewall:

PortProtocolPurpose
7777UDPGame Port
27015UDPQuery Port

Firewall Rules (Windows PowerShell):

New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "Abiotic Factor UDP 7777" -Direction Inbound -LocalPort 7777 -Protocol UDP -Action Allow
New-NetFirewallRule -DisplayName "Abiotic Factor UDP 27015" -Direction Inbound -LocalPort 27015 -Protocol UDP -Action Allow

Optimizing Server Performance

  • NVMe Storage: Use NVMe SSDs for faster world loading and reduced lag.
  • CPU Priority: Set the server process to high priority for better tick rates.
  • Network: Ensure stable upload speeds; 100+ Mbps recommended for 12+ players.
  • Regular Updates: Keep the server updated to the latest version.
  • Backups: Automate backups of your save files regularly.

Common Issues & Solutions

Server won't start?

Verify all server files downloaded correctly. Run app_update 427410 validate to check for corrupted files.

Players can't connect?

Ensure ports 7777 and 27015 are forwarded correctly and not blocked by your ISP or firewall.

High latency/lag?

Check your upload bandwidth and CPU usage. Reduce max players or upgrade hardware if necessary.

Server crashes?

Review the server logs for error messages. Ensure your system has adequate RAM and cooling.

Next Steps

Need a Server? Skip the technical setup and host your Abiotic Factor server with Supercraft. Instant deployment, DDoS protection, and 24/7 support included.

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