Server Game Settings

Server Game Settings

The ServerGameSettings.json file controls V Rising's core gameplay mechanics, difficulty, resource rates, and PvP/PvE balance. This comprehensive guide covers all major settings and their effects on gameplay.

Accessing Server Game Settings

Method 1: File Manager

1. Open the File Manager
2. Navigate to /VRisingServer_Data/StreamingAssets/Settings/
3. Right-click ServerGameSettings.json and select Edit
4. Make your changes and save the file
5. Restart your server for changes to take effect

Method 2: Control Panel (if available)

Some hosting providers offer a graphical interface for editing game settings. Check your server panel for an "Advanced Settings" or "Game Settings" tab.

Important Settings Categories

Game Mode Settings

Control the fundamental gameplay type:

"GameModeType": "PvPvE"

Options:

• "PvP" - Full PvP, castles can be raided at any time
• "PvE" - Cooperative, no player vs player combat
• "PvPvE" - Hybrid mode (recommended for most servers)

Castle Settings

Configure castle hearts, decay, and raiding:

{
  "CastleHeartDamageMode": "CanBeDestroyedByPlayers",
  "CastleDecayRateModifier": 1.0,
  "CastleBloodEssenceDrainModifier": 1.0,
  "CastleMinimumDistanceInFloors": 2
}

CastleHeartDamageMode options:

• "CanBeDestroyedByPlayers" - Hearts can be destroyed in raids
• "CanBeDestroyedOnlyWhenDecayed" - Hearts invulnerable until castle decays
• "Invulnerable" - Hearts cannot be destroyed (PvE mode)

CastleDecayRateModifier:

Speed of castle decay when blood essence runs out

• 0.0 - No decay
• 1.0 - Normal decay (default)
• 2.0 - Double decay speed

CastleBloodEssenceDrainModifier:

How fast blood essence is consumed

• 0.5 - Half drain (easier)
• 1.0 - Normal drain
• 2.0 - Double drain (harder)

Resource & Crafting Rates

Adjust gathering and production speeds:

{
  "MaterialYieldModifier_Global": 1.0,
  "BloodEssenceYieldModifier": 1.0,
  "JournalVBloodSourceUnitMaxDistance": 25.0,
  "PvPVampireRespawnModifier": 1.0,
  "CraftRateModifier": 1.0,
  "ResearchCostModifier": 1.0
}

MaterialYieldModifier_Global:

Resources gathered from nodes and enemies

• 0.5 - Half resources (harder)
• 1.0 - Normal
• 2.0 - Double resources (easier, popular for casual servers)
• 5.0 - Five times resources (very easy)

CraftRateModifier:

Crafting and refining speed

• 0.5 - Twice as slow
• 1.0 - Normal speed
• 2.0 - Twice as fast (recommended for small groups)

Combat & Difficulty

Tune combat difficulty and damage:

{
  "GameDifficulty": "Normal",
  "PlayerDamageDealtModifier": 1.0,
  "PlayerDamageReceivedModifier": 1.0,
  "EquipmentDropChance": 0.2,
  "DropTableModifier_General": 1.0
}

GameDifficulty:

• "Casual" - Easier combat, more forgiving
• "Normal" - Balanced (default)
• "Hard" - Increased challenge
• "Brutal" - Extreme difficulty for experienced players

PlayerDamageDealtModifier:

Damage players deal to enemies

• 0.5 - Half damage (harder)
• 1.5 - 50% more damage (easier)
• 2.0 - Double damage (very easy)

EquipmentDropChance:

Chance to drop equipment on death

• 0.0 - Never drop equipment (PvE servers)
• 0.2 - 20% chance (default for PvP)
• 1.0 - Always drop equipment (hardcore PvP)

Blood Quality & Servants

Configure blood system and thralls:

{
  "BloodDrainModifier": 1.0,
  "DurabilityDrainModifier": 1.0,
  "ServantConvertRateModifier": 1.0,
  "ServantLimit": 5
}

BloodDrainModifier:

How fast blood quality depletes over time

• 0.0 - Blood never depletes
• 1.0 - Normal depletion
• 2.0 - Drains twice as fast

ServantConvertRateModifier:

Time to convert servants (thralls)

• 0.5 - Twice as fast
• 1.0 - Normal (3 hours base time)
• 2.0 - Twice as slow

ServantLimit:

Maximum servants per castle heart

• Default: 5
• Larger servers often increase to 10 or 15

Clan & Multiplayer Settings

{
  "ClanSize": 4,
  "PlayerInteractionSettings": {
    "TimeZone": "Local",
    "VSPlayerWeekdayTime": 17:00-23:00,
    "VSPlayerWeekendTime": 17:00-23:00,
    "VSCastleWeekdayTime": 17:00-23:00,
    "VSCastleWeekendTime": 17:00-23:00
  }
}

ClanSize:

Maximum players per clan

• Solo server: 1
• Small groups: 2-4 (default: 4)
• Large clans: 6-10

PvP Time Windows:

When players can attack each other and castles

• Format: HH:MM-HH:MM (24-hour time)
• Set both to 00:00-23:59 for 24/7 PvP
• Restrict to evening hours (17:00-23:00) for working players
• Weekend times can differ from weekday times

Popular Server Presets

Casual PvE Server

{
  "GameModeType": "PvE",
  "GameDifficulty": "Normal",
  "MaterialYieldModifier_Global": 2.0,
  "CraftRateModifier": 2.0,
  "CastleDecayRateModifier": 0.5,
  "ServantConvertRateModifier": 0.5,
  "BloodDrainModifier": 0.5
}

Faster progression, relaxed resource gathering, ideal for casual players or those learning the game.

Hardcore PvP Server

{
  "GameModeType": "PvP",
  "GameDifficulty": "Brutal",
  "MaterialYieldModifier_Global": 0.75,
  "PlayerDamageReceivedModifier": 1.5,
  "EquipmentDropChance": 1.0,
  "CastleDecayRateModifier": 2.0,
  "VSPlayerWeekdayTime": "00:00-23:59",
  "VSCastleWeekdayTime": "00:00-23:59"
}

Maximum challenge, constant PvP, full loot on death, punishing resource rates.

Balanced PvPvE Server

{
  "GameModeType": "PvPvE",
  "GameDifficulty": "Normal",
  "MaterialYieldModifier_Global": 1.5,
  "CraftRateModifier": 1.5,
  "EquipmentDropChance": 0.1,
  "VSPlayerWeekdayTime": "18:00-22:00",
  "VSCastleWeekdayTime": "18:00-22:00",
  "VSPlayerWeekendTime": "12:00-23:59",
  "VSCastleWeekendTime": "12:00-23:59"
}

Slightly boosted rates, limited PvP windows for fair competition, protects weekend-only players.

Advanced Settings

Loot & Inventory

{
  "InventoryStacksModifier": 1.0,
  "DropTableModifier_Missions": 1.0,
  "DropTableModifier_General": 1.0
}

InventoryStacksModifier:

Stack size for items

• 1.0 - Normal (e.g., stone stacks to 100)
• 2.0 - Double stacks (stone stacks to 200)
• 5.0 - Five times (popular for building-focused servers)

Death & Respawn

{
  "PvPVampireRespawnModifier": 1.0,
  "DeathContainerPermission": "Anyone",
  "RelicSpawnType": "Unique"
}

DeathContainerPermission:

• "Anyone" - Everyone can loot your death pile
• "ClanMembers" - Only clan can loot
• "OnlyYou" - Only you can reclaim items (PvE servers)

Applying Changes

1. Edit the ServerGameSettings.json file
2. Save your changes
3. Important: Restart the server for settings to apply
4. Settings take effect immediately upon restart - no need to start a new world

Troubleshooting

Settings Not Applying

• Verify JSON syntax is valid (use a JSON validator)
• Check for missing commas or quotes
• Ensure server fully restarted (not just reloaded)
• Some settings may require a fresh save file (rare)

Server Won't Start After Changes

• Restore backup of original ServerGameSettings.json
• Check server logs for JSON parsing errors
• Common issues: missing commas, extra commas at end of lists, unclosed brackets

Best Practices

• Backup first: Always keep a copy of working settings before editing
• Test changes: Modify one category at a time to identify issues
• Communicate: Inform players before making major setting changes
• Balance progression: If you increase gathering rates, consider increasing decay to maintain challenge
• Monitor feedback: Adjust based on player experience and server population

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