Changing the server settings on The Isle allows administrators to tailor the gameplay experience to their preferences and community needs. By adjusting settings such as player limits, human spawn, and weather options, admins can create a unique and enjoyable environment for players. Modifying server settings can help maintain balance, manage server performance, and ensure a fair and engaging gameplay experience for everyone.
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Go to the Startup tab.
4. Modify the settings.
5. Start the server.
How to Change the Server Settings on The Isle Legacy Server
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Select the Config Files tab and choose Game.ini Config.
4. Modify the settings.
| [/Script/TheIsle.IGameSession] | |
|---|---|
| Setting | Description |
ServerName= |
The name displayed for the server in the Steam server browser. Edit in the Startup tab. |
ServerPassword= |
A password required for players to join the server. Can be left blank for no password. |
ServerSteamGroup= |
Restricts server access to members of a specific Steam group. Requires a SteamGroupID64. |
bFamilySharing=false |
Allows players using Steam Family Shared accounts to join the server. |
ServerTag=0 |
Sets the game mode shown in the browser:
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ServerDatabase=true |
Uses the internal server database instead of an external SQL server. |
bServerAllowChat=true |
Enables the in-game text chat system. |
bServerGlobalChat=false |
Enables the global chat channel for all players to communicate. Edit in the Startup tab. |
bServerNameTags=false |
Displays player names and icons above dinosaurs. |
bServerExperimental=false |
Toggles experimental game mechanics and features. |
bServerBattleye=false |
Enables the Battleye anti-cheat system. |
bServerAI=false |
Allows AI dinosaurs to spawn on the map. |
ServerAIMax=100 |
The maximum number of AI dinosaurs allowed on the server at one time. Edit in the Startup tab. |
ServerAIRate=1.0 |
A multiplier determining how often AI spawns around players. |
bServerAIPlayerSpawns=false |
Allows AI to use player spawn points in addition to standard AI spawn points. |
bServerGrowth=true |
Allows dinosaurs to grow and progress over time. |
bServerNesting=true |
Allows adult dinosaurs to create nests and hatch baby dinosaurs. |
bServerScent=false |
Enables the scent tracking mechanic. |
bServerAllowTurnInPlace=true |
Allows dinosaurs to turn around without having to walk forward. |
bServerFallDamage=true |
Enables damage taken from falling. |
bServerAllowReplayRecording=false |
Allows the server to record video replays. Edit in the Startup tab. |
ServerDeadBodyTime=10 |
The duration in seconds that dead bodies remain on the map before disappearing. |
ServerRespawnTime=45 |
The wait time in seconds required before a player can respawn after dying. |
ServerLogoutTime=60 |
The wait time in seconds required to safely log out, preventing instant logouts during combat. |
ServerFootprintLifetime=60 |
The duration in seconds that footprints remain visible before fading away. |
ServerDiscord=nxrurQE |
A Discord invite code displayed to players. Remove the https://discord.gg/ prefix.
|
ServerAdmins= |
Grants server administrator privileges using SteamID64. Multiple admins require a separate ServerAdmins= line for each individual.
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| [/script/theisle.igamemode] | |
|---|---|
| Setting | Description |
ProgressionOverrides= |
Overrides the default progression points required for a specific dinosaur. Example: ProgressionOverrides=(Row="TRex",Points=20)
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ServerStartingTime=1350 |
The in-game time of day when the server starts, formatted in military time (e.g., 1350 represents 1:50 PM).
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bServerDynamicTimeOfDay=0 |
Determines if the day/night cycle progresses automatically. Set to 1 to enable dynamic, moving time, or 0 to keep the time permanently fixed at the starting time.
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ServerDayLength=45 |
The duration of one complete in-game day cycle, measured in real-world minutes. |
Note: The Startup tab takes priority when making changes.
Settings absent from the config can be added manually.
5. Press Save.
6. Start the server.