unturnedserver<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>mv Modules\/Rocket.Unturned\/ ~\/unturnedserver\/Modules\/<\/pre>RocketMod offers a wide range of mods and plugins, including WorkshopDownloadConfig.json<\/strong> file, to enhance server customization and management.<\/p>During startup, the Map <\/strong>command searches this workshop file for specific mods and maps, automatically integrating them into the server.<\/p>6. Edit the update script<\/h3>
The next crucial step is to tailor the update.sh<\/strong> script for your Unturned server. Typically a batch script or a text document, this file automates updating the server files through SteamCMD.<\/p>To open the update script with the nano <\/strong>editor, run the following command:<\/p>nano ~\/unturnedserver\/update.sh<\/pre>Here’s a basic outline of what you might find inside the update.sh<\/strong> file:<\/p>#!\/bin\/bash\n# Navigate to SteamCMD directory\ncd ~\/steamcmd\n# Log into Steam (use 'anonymous' or your dedicated account)\n.\/steamcmd.sh +login [username] [password]\n# Update\/install Unturned\n.\/steamcmd.sh +app_update 1110390 validate\n# Exit SteamCMD\n.\/steamcmd.sh +quit<\/pre>Key points to edit within this script include:<\/p>
\n- Steam login<\/strong> – replace [username] [password]<\/strong> with your dedicated Steam account credentials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Directory path<\/strong> – ensure the script correctly points to where SteamCMD is installed (in this case, ~\/steamcmd<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- App update command<\/strong> – the +app_update 1110390 validate<\/strong> command is crucial, as it specifies the Unturned server’s app ID and checks for missing or corrupted files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
If you decide to input your Steam account credentials into the script, ensure the file permissions are set to restrict access.<\/p>
Use the chmod<\/strong> command to set the permissions, allowing only the admin (you) to view or edit this file. Here’s an example:<\/p>chmod 700 ~\/unturnedserver\/update.sh<\/pre>After setting up your game server, configure the Firewall and set up port forwarding to ensure your server is accessible to players. This Unturned server troubleshooting step is critical for preventing and resolving connection issues.<\/p>
Configure the Firewall<\/strong><\/p>You’ll use UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) to manage network traffic. First, enable UFW:<\/p>
sudo ufw enable<\/pre>Next, allow the default Unturned ports. The recommended port values for incoming connections are 27015 <\/strong>to 27017<\/strong>:<\/p>sudo ufw allow 27015:27017\/tcp\nsudo ufw allow 27015:27017\/udp<\/pre>If your server uses different ports (as specified in your server settings or Commands.dat<\/strong> file), replace 27015:27017<\/strong> with your server’s port range.<\/p>\n
Ask Kodee<\/h4>\n
Instead of using commands, Hostinger VPS users can ask our Kodee AI assistant to set up a new firewall rule on their server. For example, they can ask, \"Set up a new firewall rule on my VPS that allows connection to port 27015 to 27017 TCP\/UDP from any IP address.\" <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>
Set up port forwarding<\/strong><\/p>Port forwarding allows multiple devices to connect to your server through your router.<\/p>
First, find your internal IP address by accessing Hostinger’s VPS<\/strong> dashboard or running ip addr<\/strong> in the SSH client.<\/p>Next, access your router’s settings via your web browser, typically by entering the router’s default gateway address.<\/p>
Navigate to the Port Forwarding<\/strong> section and create a new rule as follows:<\/p>\n- Service Name<\/strong> – Unturned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Protocol<\/strong> – UDP (as Unturned primarily uses UDP).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- External Starting Port <\/strong>and Internal Starting Port<\/strong> – Your server’s starting port (e.g., 27015).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- External Ending Port<\/strong> and Internal Ending Port<\/strong> – Your server’s ending port (e.g., 27017).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Internal IP Address<\/strong> – your VPS IP that hosts the Unturned server.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
Finally, save and apply these changes.<\/p>
8. Set configurations for the server<\/h3>
Now that you have set up the firewall and port forwarding, it’s time to configure your server. Proper Unturned server optimization is essential for bringing some quality-of-life changes.<\/p>
You’ll find several .dat<\/strong> files to edit with a text editor in your Unturned server directory. These configuration files include Adminlist.dat<\/strong>, Blacklist.dat<\/strong>, Commands.dat<\/strong>, and Whitelist.dat<\/strong>.<\/p>Commands.dat File Configuration<\/strong><\/p>The Commands.dat<\/strong> file allows you to set various server configurations as the Unturned server admin. To open Commands.dat<\/strong>, run:<\/p>nano ~\/unturnedserver\/Commands.dat<\/pre>Here, you can modify various setup commands to configure your server, such as:<\/p>
\n- Name [Server Name]<\/strong> – sets your server’s name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Password [Server Password]<\/strong> – establishes a password for private access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- MaxPlayers [Number]<\/strong> – defines the maximum number of players allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Map [Map Name]<\/strong> – selects the map for your server. To use a player-created (for example, Steam Workshop) map, place the map files in the Workshop<\/strong> → Maps<\/strong> directory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Port [Port Number]<\/strong> – specifies your server’s port (default is 27015<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mode [Easy\/Normal\/Hard]<\/strong> – determines the difficulty mode.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Owner [Steam 64 ID]<\/strong> – assigns the server owner, granting complete administrator commands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Perspective [First\/Third\/Both\/Vehicle]<\/strong> – assigns the perspective of the server.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- PvE [True\/False]<\/strong> – toggles between PvP and PvE modes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bind [Internal IP]<\/strong> – binds your server to an internal or network adapter IP address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cheats [True\/False]<\/strong> – turn cheats on or off on the server. Only available for server administrators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
When editing these commands, ensure each is on a separate line to maintain clarity and prevent configuration errors.<\/p>
Config.json file customization<\/strong><\/p>The config.json<\/strong> file plays a crucial role in more advanced Unturned server customization. Located at {UNTURNED}Servers(Server name)config.json<\/strong>, this file allows for more detailed server configuration, including game rules and listing display.<\/p>When editing config.json<\/strong>, it’s crucial to adhere to the JSON<\/strong> format. Only edit the values after the colon (:<\/strong>) and within the quotation marks. Here are some elements you might encounter and modify:<\/p>Browser:<\/p>
\n- Icon<\/strong> – path to an image file used as the server’s icon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Desc_Hint<\/strong> – a short description or hint that appears when hovering in the server list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Desc_Full<\/strong> – complete description of your server.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
Server:<\/p>
\n- VAC_Secure<\/strong> – turns the Valve Anti-Cheat system on or off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- BattlEye_Secure<\/strong> – toggles BattlEye Anti-Cheat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
Gameplay:<\/p>
\n- DayNight_Cycle<\/strong> – adjust the length of day and night cycles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Player_Difficulty<\/strong> – sets the default difficulty for players.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Max_Players<\/strong> – determines the maximum number of players.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
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