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Icarus Outpost Server Setup 2025 - Persistent World Guide

Icarus Guide • Updated Jan 11, 2026

Icarus Outpost Server Setup 2025

Outpost mode enables persistent worlds in Icarus, allowing players to build long-term bases without mission time limits.

🏠️ Outpost Overview

  • Persistent World: No time limits on survival
  • Base Building: Construct permanent structures
  • Resource Accumulation: Stockpile materials indefinitely
  • 24/7 Hosting: Dedicated servers essential for outposts

Outpost vs. Prospect Mode

FeatureOutpost ModeProspect Mode
Time LimitNone (persistent)Timed missions
Extraction RequiredNoYes (must extract or lose)
ObjectivesNone (sandbox)Specific missions
ProgressionPermanentSession-based
Progress Lost on DeathNoYes (items lost)
Base PersistenceFullTemporary
Dedicated Server RequiredHighly RecommendedOptional

Enabling Outpost Mode

Server Configuration

Edit ServerSettings.ini to enable outposts:

[/Script/Icarus.DedicatedServerSettings]
# Enable outpost mode
OutpostMode=true

# Outpost-specific settings
MaxPlayers=8
AllowNonAdminsToLaunchOutposts=true
ShutdownIfEmptyFor=0  # Never shut down
ShutdownIfNotJoinedFor=0  # Never shut down

Creating Outpost World

  1. Launch Icarus server with outpost mode enabled
  2. From main menu, select "Multiplayer"
  3. Choose "Create Outpost" instead of prospect
  4. Configure world parameters (biome, difficulty)
  5. Name your outpost and create

Important: Outpost worlds are completely separate from prospect worlds. Players cannot bring items from prospects into outposts.

Outpost Configuration

World Settings

[OutpostSettings]
# World parameters
WorldSize=large  # small, medium, large
BiomeSelection=temperate  # tropical, desert, arctic, temperate
Difficulty=normal  # easy, normal, hard, brutal
WeatherEnabled=true
DayNightCycle=standard

Building Rules

SettingOptionsEffect
Decay Enabledtrue/falseStructures decay over time
Decay Rateslow/medium/fastHow fast structures degrade
Max Building Heightunlimited/limitedBuilding height restrictions
Building Radius100-500 metersDistance from lander

Resource Settings

[ResourceSettings]
# Resource spawning rates
OreDensity=normal
TreeDensity=normal
AnimalSpawnRate=normal
RareResourceSpawnRate=low  # Balance for long-term gameplay

PvP Configuration

Outpost PvP settings:

[PvPSettings]
# Enable PvP
PvPEnabled=false  # Default: false for outposts
PvPRestriction=baseonly  # No PvP, base-only PvP, or full PvP
TeamDamage=off  # Can teammates damage each other?
FriendlyFire=off    # Can allies damage each other?

⚔️ Outpost PvP Considerations

Most outpost servers are PvE for cooperative base building. PvP can destroy long-term bases quickly.

Outpost Gameplay

Base Building Strategy

Foundation First

  • Build lander and initial shelter
  • Secure perimeter quickly
  • Establish resource production

Resource Production

  • Ore smelters and refineries
  • Water collection systems
  • Food farming setup
  • Power generation

Defensive Structures

  • Walls and gates
  • Turrets and automated defenses
  • Secure storage containers
  • Early warning systems

Long-Term Progression

  • Tech Tree: Unlock all tiers at your own pace
  • High-Level Gear: Craft advanced equipment without time pressure
  • Massive Bases: Build sprawling complexes and factories
  • Resource Stockpiles: Accumulate thousands of materials
  • Environmental Control: Master multiple biomes and weather patterns

Server Requirements for Outposts

Outpost servers require more resources than prospect servers:

PlayersRAMCPUStorage
4 Players32 GB8 cores @ 3.5 GHz80 GB NVMe SSD
8 Players64 GB12 cores @ 3.5+ GHz120 GB NVMe SSD

Important: Outpost servers run continuously 24/7. Premium hosting strongly recommended for stability and performance.

Backups & Maintenance

Automated Backups

# Linux backup script
#!/bin/bash
DATE=$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S)
BACKUP_DIR="/backups/icarus_outpost/"
SOURCE_DIR="/path/to/icarus/Saved"

# Create backup
tar -czf "$BACKUP_DIR/outpost_$DATE.tar.gz" "$SOURCE_DIR"

# Keep last 7 days only
find "$BACKUP_DIR" -name "outpost_*.tar.gz" -mtime +7 -delete

echo "Outpost backup completed: $DATE"

Server Maintenance

  • Regular Restarts: Every 12-24 hours to clear memory
  • Save Verification: Validate outpost saves periodically
  • Performance Monitoring: Track CPU and RAM usage over time
  • Log Management: Archive logs older than 7 days

Troubleshooting Outpost Servers

World not saving?

Check disk space. Ensure server has write permissions to save directory. Verify outpost mode is enabled in config.

Players getting disconnected?

Check bandwidth. Outpost servers with many buildings and entities require stable upload speeds.

Server lag with large bases?

Reduce object render distance. Consider limiting building radius or entity count in server config.

Can't extract from outpost?

Extraction is not possible in outpost mode. That's the point - persistent world without mission pressure.

Progression too slow?

Adjust resource spawn rates or tech point requirements in server configuration. Outpost progression is intentionally slower than prospects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I switch between prospect and outpost?

Yes, but they're separate worlds. Characters and progress don't transfer between modes.

Do outposts update with Icarus patches?

Yes, but you may need to recreate the outpost if major game updates occur.

Can multiple outposts exist on same server?

Yes, players can create multiple outpost worlds with different names and settings.

What happens when server restarts?

Outpost world state is saved automatically. Players reconnect to their persistent bases after restart.

Is there an outpost limit?

Depends on server storage. Each outpost takes significant disk space. Monitor and clean up old outposts.

Next Steps

24/7 Outpost Hosting: Supercraft provides dedicated Icarus servers optimized for persistent outpost worlds with automatic backups and expert support.

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