Enshrouded Server Settings & Configuration

Configuration File

Enshrouded's server settings are stored in enshrouded_server.json. On HostedGG, you can edit most settings from the Startup tab in your control panel without touching files directly.

For advanced configuration, use the File Manager to edit enshrouded_server.json directly.

Core Server Settings

These settings are available in the Startup tab:

Example Configuration

{
  "name": "My Enshrouded Server",
  "password": "secret123",
  "maxPlayers": 16,
  "gamePort": 15636,
  "queryPort": 15637,
  "ip": "0.0.0.0"
}

Difficulty & Gameplay Settings

Enshrouded supports server-side difficulty configuration. These affect all players:

Combat Settings

Resource Settings

Player Settings

Death Penalty Options

Preset Configurations

Casual (Relaxed Exploration)

Best for groups focused on building and exploration:

{
  "enemyDamageMultiplier": 0.5,
  "playerDamageMultiplier": 1.5,
  "enemyHealthMultiplier": 0.75,
  "resourceDropMultiplier": 2.0,
  "shroudTimerMultiplier": 1.5,
  "staminaDrainMultiplier": 0.5,
  "hungerDrainMultiplier": 0.5,
  "deathPenalty": "light"
}

Standard (Balanced)

The intended experience:

{
  "enemyDamageMultiplier": 1.0,
  "playerDamageMultiplier": 1.0,
  "enemyHealthMultiplier": 1.0,
  "resourceDropMultiplier": 1.0,
  "shroudTimerMultiplier": 1.0,
  "staminaDrainMultiplier": 1.0,
  "hungerDrainMultiplier": 1.0,
  "deathPenalty": "normal"
}

Hardcore (Maximum Challenge)

For experienced groups wanting a tough survival experience:

{
  "enemyDamageMultiplier": 2.0,
  "playerDamageMultiplier": 0.75,
  "enemyHealthMultiplier": 2.0,
  "resourceDropMultiplier": 0.5,
  "shroudTimerMultiplier": 0.75,
  "staminaDrainMultiplier": 1.5,
  "hungerDrainMultiplier": 1.5,
  "deathPenalty": "hard"
}

Builder's Paradise (Creative Focus)

For groups focused on building:

{
  "enemyDamageMultiplier": 0.25,
  "playerDamageMultiplier": 3.0,
  "resourceDropMultiplier": 3.0,
  "miningDamageMultiplier": 2.0,
  "woodcuttingMultiplier": 2.0,
  "staminaDrainMultiplier": 0.25,
  "hungerDrainMultiplier": 0.25,
  "deathPenalty": "none"
}

Performance Tuning

Server View Distance

Enshrouded's server handles entity loading for all connected players. Key considerations:

• More players = more RAM: Each player loads a chunk of the world around them
• Building density matters: Areas with many player structures use more memory
• Shroud zones are heavier: More entities spawn inside the Shroud

RAM Recommendations by Usage

Scheduled Restarts

Like many survival games, Enshrouded benefits from periodic restarts to:

• Clear accumulated memory
• Ensure world save integrity
• Apply any pending updates

Set up scheduled restarts from the Schedule tab in your control panel. We recommend:

• Every 6 hours for 16-player servers
• Every 12 hours for smaller groups
• Daily for 1-4 player servers

Admin Commands

Enshrouded's admin commands are limited compared to some games. Available commands via the server console:

Admin access is configured through the server settings. On HostedGG, you have full console access through the control panel.

Ports Reference

Both ports are auto-configured on HostedGG. You don't need to set up port forwarding.

Updating Settings

After changing any settings:

1. Save the configuration file (if editing directly)
2. Restart the server from the control panel
3. Changes take effect on the next server boot
4. Settings changes do not affect existing world data

Important: Always create a backup before making major configuration changes, especially difficulty settings that affect gameplay balance.