V Rising Server Settings & Game Modes
Complete reference for V Rising server configuration. Covers PvP/PvE modes, castle settings, day/night cycle, loot rules, clan settings, and advanced customization.
V Rising Server Settings
V Rising offers deep server customization. Every game mechanic can be tuned to create your ideal vampire experience — from casual PvE to hardcore full-loot PvP.
Game Modes
PvE (Player vs Environment)
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Player damage to players | Disabled |
| Castle raiding | Disabled |
| Loot on death | Keep everything |
| Best for | Cooperative play, story focus |
PvE mode lets players focus on boss hunting, castle building, and exploration without worrying about other vampires.
PvP (Player vs Player)
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Player damage to players | Enabled |
| Castle raiding | Enabled (during raid windows) |
| Loot on death | Configurable |
| Best for | Competitive clans, territorial control |
PvP mode enables full vampire warfare. Players can raid enemy castles, steal resources, and compete for territory.
Full Loot PvP
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Player damage to players | Enabled |
| Castle raiding | Enabled |
| Loot on death | Drop everything |
| Best for | Hardcore players |
The most punishing mode — death means losing all your carried items and equipment.
Core Server Settings
General
| Setting | Description | Default | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Users | Maximum concurrent players | Plan-based | Match your plan |
| Max Admins | Maximum admin slots | 4 | 2-4 |
| Server Name | Displayed in browser | — | Something searchable |
| Server Password | Access password | None | Set for private servers |
| Secure | Enable VAC protection | True | True |
| List on Master Server | Show in public browser | True | True for public |
| Auto Save Interval | Minutes between saves | 15 | 10-15 |
Day/Night Cycle
The day/night cycle is crucial in V Rising — vampires burn in sunlight.
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Day Duration | Length of daytime (seconds) | 1080 (18 min) |
| Night Duration | Length of nighttime (seconds) | 540 (9 min) |
| Blood Moon Frequency | Days between Blood Moons | Random |
Presets:
| Style | Day Length | Night Length | Feel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default | 1080s | 540s | Balanced, challenging sun management |
| Long Nights | 720s | 900s | More nighttime exploration |
| Short Days | 600s | 540s | Less sun punishment |
| Eternal Night | 0s | 1080s | No sun at all (casual) |
Resource & Crafting Rates
| Setting | Description | Default | Casual | Hardcore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resource Yield Modifier | Multiplier for gathered resources | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0.75 |
| Crafting Cost Modifier | Multiplier for crafting costs | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.5 |
| Crafting Speed Modifier | Multiplier for crafting speed | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Refinement Cost Modifier | Cost for smelting/refining | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.0 |
| Refinement Speed Modifier | Speed of smelting/refining | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Combat Settings
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Combat Mode Type | PvE, PvP, or Full Loot PvP | PvP |
| PvP Protection Mode | Protect new players | True |
| Player Damage Modifier | Damage dealt by players | 1.0 |
| Castle Damage Mode | When castles can be attacked | TimeRestricted |
| Siege Duration | Length of siege window | 3 hours |
Castle & Territory Settings
Castle Hearts
| Setting | Description | Default | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hearts Per Player | Max castle hearts per player | 2 | 1-2 |
| Castle Limit | Max castles per player | 2 | 1-2 |
| Castle Decay Rate | How fast unattended castles decay | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Castle Blood Essence Drain | Blood Essence consumption rate | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Castle Minimum Distance | Min blocks between castles | 2 | 2-3 |
Territory
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Territory Size | Floor tiles per castle | 30-40 |
| Castle Floor Limit | Maximum floor pieces | Varies by heart level |
Raiding (PvP Only)
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Can Raid | Allow castle raiding | True (PvP) |
| Siege Time Start | Raid window start hour | 18:00 |
| Siege Time End | Raid window end hour | 22:00 |
| Siege Timer | Time to breach defenses | Minutes |
| Offline Raiding | Raid while owner offline | Configurable |
Raid window tips:
- Short windows (2-3 hours) work best for casual PvP servers
- Longer windows (6+ hours) create more tension but require more defense
- No time restriction means constant chaos (hardcore only)
- Disable offline raiding to keep things fair on smaller servers
Clan Settings
| Setting | Description | Default | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Clan Size | Players per clan | 4 | 4-6 |
| Clan Allocation | How clan members share resources | Individual | Depends on playstyle |
Clan Size Impact
| Clan Size | Playstyle |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | Solo/duo — intense, personal |
| 3-4 | Small group — balanced, default |
| 5-8 | Medium clan — requires communication |
| 8+ | Large clan — political, alliance-driven |
Player Progression Settings
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Drain Modifier | How fast blood depletes | 1.0 |
| Blood Bound Equipment | Keep equipment on death | True (PvE) / False (PvP) |
| Inventory Stacks Modifier | Stack size multiplier | 1.0 |
| Drop Table Modifier | Boss/enemy loot modifier | 1.0 |
Recommended Server Presets
Casual PvE
Best for friends who want to explore and build without pressure:
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Mode | PvE |
| Resource Yield | 2.0x |
| Crafting Speed | 2.0x |
| Night Length | 900s |
| Blood Drain | 0.5x |
| Inventory Stacks | 2.0x |
Balanced PvP
The standard competitive experience:
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Mode | PvP |
| Resource Yield | 1.0x |
| Siege Window | 19:00-22:00 |
| Clan Size | 4 |
| Castle Hearts | 1 |
| Offline Raiding | Disabled |
Hardcore Full Loot
For players who want maximum risk:
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Mode | Full Loot PvP |
| Resource Yield | 0.75x |
| Siege Window | 24/7 |
| Clan Size | 6 |
| Blood Drain | 1.5x |
| Offline Raiding | Enabled |
Applying Settings
From the Dashboard
- Open your HostedGG dashboard
- Go to Settings
- Modify the startup parameters
- Restart the server
Server Settings File
Advanced settings can be edited via the file manager:
- ServerGameSettings.json — Game mode, combat, castle rules
- ServerHostSettings.json — Server name, max users, network settings
Edit these files in the File Manager tab, then restart your server.
Next Steps
- Set up your server
- Learn admin commands
- Understand blood types and boss progression
- Optimize your server's performance
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