Changing the world map settings on a Vintage Story server allows administrators to either completely disable the map to encourage realistic exploration or restore the classic, colorful style for a traditional look. This flexibility lets a community decide whether they want a hardcore survival experience focused on manual navigation or a more vibrant, accessible map system. Customizing these options ensures the visual and mechanical layout of the world map perfectly matches the server's playstyle.
How to Change the World Map on a Vintage Story Server (Console)
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Go to the Console tab.
3. Run the desired command.
| Command | Description |
worldconfig allowMap <true|false> |
Input false to disable the world map. Default: true
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worldconfig allowCoordinateHud <true|false> |
Enter false to hide the coordinates in the world map. Default: true
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worldconfig colorAccurateWorldmap <true|false> |
Input true to use the classic style of the world map.Default: false
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4. Stop the server. The server must be reset to apply the changes.
5. Start the server.
How to Change the World Map on a Vintage Story Server (New World)
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Select the Settings tab and choose Server Config.
4. From the Save File Location section, enter a new .vcdbs name.
5. Adjust the desired World Map settings. Descriptions for each setting can be found below.
| Setting | Description |
| World Map | Toggles the world map. |
| Coordinate Overlay | Enables the use of coordinates on the world map. |
| Color-Accurate World Map | Reverts the world map back to the classic style. |
6. Start the server.