V Rising Dedicated Server Setup
In about 30 minutes, go from zero to a fully operational V Rising server — complete control, custom rules, and a persistent world that runs 24/7.
1️⃣ Step 1: Install SteamCMD
Windows
- Create
C:\SteamCMD\ - Download steamcmd.zip from Valve
- Extract and run steamcmd.exe
Linux
sudo apt install steamcmd(Ubuntu/Debian)- Or manual: wget + tar from Valve wiki
2️⃣ Step 2: Download V Rising Server
- Open SteamCMD
force_install_dir C:\VRisingServer\login anonymousapp_update 1829350 validate- Wait 5-10 minutes for download
Update for patches: Run
app_update 1829350 validate again. Update within 24 hours of game patches.3️⃣ Step 3: Configure Server Settings
ServerHostSettings.json
| Setting | Description | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Server name in browser | "My V Rising Server" |
| Port | Game traffic (UDP) | 9876 |
| QueryPort | Steam query (UDP) | 9877 |
| MaxConnectedUsers | Player slots | 10-40 |
| Password | Empty=public | "" or "yourpass" |
| ListOnMasterServer | Show in browser | true |
4️⃣ Step 4: Firewall & Port Forwarding
Required UDP Ports
| Port | Purpose |
|---|---|
| 9876 | Game traffic — REQUIRED |
| 9877 | Steam server browser — REQUIRED |
| 27015 | Steam networking — REQUIRED |
| 27016 | Steam networking — REQUIRED |
Windows Firewall
Inbound + Outbound Rules → UDP → 9876-9877, 27015-27016
Router
Port Forwarding → forward all 4 UDP ports to server PC local IP
Verify: Use portchecktool.com or
netstat -an | findstr "9876"5️⃣ Step 5: Start the Server
Windows: Run VRisingServer.exe. First launch: 2-5 min generating world.
Linux: ./VRisingServer.sh or nohup ./VRisingServer.sh & for background.
Checklist: Wait for "Server is ready" → Open game → Browser → Search name → Join → Have friend test externally.
6️⃣ Step 6: Connect
Method 1: Server Browser
Play → Online → Find by name → Join. Requires ListOnMasterServer=true.
Method 2: Direct Connect
Console (~) → connect YOUR_IP:9876. Get IP from whatismyipaddress.com.
💻 Hardware Requirements
| Players | CPU | RAM | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-4 | 2 cores | 4 GB | 10 GB SSD |
| 10-20 | 4 cores | 8 GB | 20 GB SSD |
| 40+ | 6+ cores | 16 GB | 50 GB SSD |
CPU single-thread > core count. RAM ~200MB per player. SSD mandatory.
☁️ Self-Hosted vs Paid
| Factor | Self-Hosted | Paid ($10-15/mo) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free (electricity) | $10-15/month |
| Uptime | Only when PC is on | 24/7 guaranteed |
| Control | Full — every file | Config panel limited |
| Maintenance | You handle everything | Host handles updates/backups |
| Best For | Small private servers | Public servers, 24/7, large communities |
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