Modifying the third-person view settings on a 7 Days to Die server fundamentally shifts tactical gameplay by altering how much of the surrounding environment players can see during combat. Enabling this perspective allows individuals to appreciate character cosmetics and animations while providing a broader field of view that can minimize motion sickness. Ultimately, adjusting this restriction lets administrators define the server's identity, choosing between a hardcore first-person survival experience or a more casual, visually open setup.

How to Change the Third Person View on a 7 Days to Die Server (Config)

1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

2. Stop the server.

3. Select the Config tab and choose Game Settings.

4. From the CameraRestrictionMode property, input the desired value.

• 0 - Freely use both first-person view and third-person view.
• 1 - Restrict to use only the first-person view.
• 2 - Restrict to use only the third-person view.

5. Press the Save button.

6. Start the server.

How to Change the Third Person View in a 7 Days to Die Client

1. Join the server.

2. Open the Options menu.

3. Go to the Keyboard tab.

4. Choose Movement.

5. Next to Change Camera, input the desired hotkey.

Note: The default hotkey to swap views in-game uses the Quick Actions hotkey (~).

6. Press the Apply button.