Editing the death penalty on a Vintage Story server can improve the gameplay experience by making death less punishing while encouraging exploration and risk-taking. Adjusting settings such as item loss, respawn mechanics, and debuffs can create a more balanced and enjoyable environment for players. Customizing these mechanics helps tailor the server to different playstyles, whether aiming for hardcore survival or a more relaxed, cooperative experience.
How to Change the Death Penalty on a Vintage Story Server (Console)
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Go to the Console tab.
3. Enter the desired command.
| Command | Description |
/worldconfig deathPunishment drop |
Drops inventory items upon death. |
/worldconfig droppedItemsTimer 600 |
Edit the time in seconds for how long dropped items will despawn after death (Default: 600 seconds) |
/worldconfig deathPunishment keep |
Keeps inventory items upon death. |
How to Change the Death Penalty on a Vintage Story Server (Config)
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Select the Settings tab and choose Server Config.
4. Adjust the desired Creature Settings. Available options have been listed below.
5. From the Save File Location section, enter a new .vcdbs name.
6. Start the server.