⚙️ V Rising Dedicated Server Launcher

A powerful and intuitive tool designed to simplify the management, configuration, and maintenance of your V Rising dedicated server. It handles the entire server setup for you, including SteamCMD and server file installation. Spend less time configuring and more time playing!

Overview

This launcher provides a user-friendly graphical interface (GUI) for all your V Rising dedicated server needs. From initial setup, where it automatically downloads and installs both SteamCMD and the V Rising server into its own folder, to daily operations and automated updates, it aims to make server administration effortless for both new and experienced hosts. You don't need to manually pre-install anything!

Features

• All-in-One Installation: Automatically downloads and sets up SteamCMD and the V Rising Dedicated Server, creating a self-contained server environment within the launcher's folder. No prior manual installations required!

• Automatic Config Preservation: Ensures your ServerGameSettings.json and ServerHostSettings.json are automatically backed up and restored during server updates, so you never lose your customized server configurations.

• Comprehensive Server Control:

  • One-click Start, Stop, and Restart functionality for your V Rising server.
  • Monitor server status and background processes in real-time.

• Intuitive Configuration Editor:

  • Game Settings (ServerGameSettings.json): Easily adjust crucial game parameters like difficulty, castle limits, XP rates, resource yields, PvP/PvE rules, and much more through a structured interface. No more manual JSON editing!
  • Host Settings (ServerHostSettings.json): Customize your server's name, description, password, maximum players, game & query ports, RCON settings, and manage your admin list effortlessly.

• Smart Automation:

  • Scheduled Restarts: Set up automatic daily restarts at specific times or on selected days of the week to keep your server fresh.
  • Minimum Uptime Check: Define a minimum duration your server must be online before any scheduled restart is triggered, preventing premature interruptions.
  • Automatic Updates: Keep your server consistently updated to the latest V Rising version using an integrated SteamCMD update process.

• Real-time Monitoring:

  • Integrated Console Log Viewer: Watch your server's console output in real-time directly within the Launcher, to quickly identify issues.
  • Server & System Uptime Display: Keep track of how long your server and the operating system have been running for total control.

• User-Friendly Interface: Designed with usability in mind, making server administration accessible even for beginners, without the need for advanced technical knowledge.

Installation

Getting started with the V Rising Dedicated Server Launcher is incredibly simple:

1. Download the Launcher: Download the latest release from this Thunderstore page.
2. Extract: Extract the contents of the downloaded ZIP file. This will typically create a folder named DedicatedServerLauncher (e.g., if you extract to C:\, you'll get C:\DedicatedServerLauncher). This folder will be the central hub for your launcher and server files.
3. Run the Launcher: Execute VRisingDedicatedServerLauncher.exe.

Usage & Getting Started

1. First-time Server Installation:

   • After running the launcher for the first time, you will see a prominent "Install Server" button. Click this button.
   • The launcher will now automatically download SteamCMD (if not already present in its folder) and then use SteamCMD to download the V Rising Dedicated Server files. All these files will be placed inside a VRisingServer subfolder within your launcher's directory (e.g., C:\YourLauncherFolder\VRisingServer).
   • This process may take some time depending on your internet connection. A progress log will be visible within the launcher.

2. Migrating Existing Server Configuration Files (Optional):

   • IMPORTANT: This step is primarily for users migrating from manual server setups or other tools for the first time. For subsequent server updates, the launcher automatically backs up and restores these configuration files, so you won't need to repeat this.
   • This launcher does not search for existing V Rising server installations on your computer. If you have previous server configuration files (ServerGameSettings.json and ServerHostSettings.json - NOT save files) from a manual setup or another tool, you can migrate them:
     1. Run the Launcher Once: Ensure you have run the launcher at least once and clicked the "Install Server" button. This will create the necessary folder structure (VRisingServer and its subfolders).
     2. Close the Launcher: Completely exit the V Rising Dedicated Server Launcher.
     3. Locate & Copy Files: Navigate to the newly created V Rising server configuration folder. This is typically located at: YOUR_LAUNCHER_FOLDER\DedicatedServerLauncher\VRisingServer\VRisingServer_Data\StreamingAssets\Settings\ Note: The YOUR_LAUNCHER_FOLDER part refers to the location where you extracted the DedicatedServerLauncher folder. Copy your old ServerGameSettings.json and ServerHostSettings.json files into this folder, overwriting any existing ones created by the launcher.
     4. Restart the Launcher: Re-open the V Rising Dedicated Server Launcher. It will now load your copied configuration files.

3. Configure Your Server Settings:

   • Navigate to the "Game Settings" and "Host Settings" sections (typically presented as separate tabs or buttons within the launcher). Here, you can customize all your server's rules, name, description, password, and other parameters. Remember to Save Changes after any modifications.

4. Manage Server State:

   • Use the prominent "Start Server," "Stop Server," and "Restart Server" buttons on the main screen to control your server's operational state.

5. Automate Tasks:

   • Explore the settings to set up powerful automation. You can schedule regular restarts to keep your server fresh and enable automatic updates to ensure your server is always running the latest version of V Rising.

6. Launcher Folder Portability:

   • You can move your entire launcher folder (e.g., C:\DedicatedServerLauncher) to another location on your computer or another drive.
   • Crucial Note: The VRisingDedicatedServerLauncher.exe executable must always remain within the same folder as the SteamCMD and VRisingServer subfolders that it manages. If you move the .exe file by itself, separate from its parent folder, it will assume it's a fresh installation and will attempt to re-download SteamCMD and the V Rising Server files again.

Troubleshooting

• "SteamCMD not found" Error: This error is less likely with this launcher version, as it handles SteamCMD installation itself. However, if it occurs, it means the launcher couldn't find the steamcmd.exe file within its expected subfolder (typically \SteamCMD\ inside the launcher's main directory).

  • Solution: This might happen if steamcmd.exe was manually deleted or blocked by antivirus. Try deleting the SteamCMD folder within your launcher's directory and restarting the launcher; it should re-download it automatically. If problems persist, check your antivirus quarantine or exceptions.

• "Server configuration path not found" / Default Settings Issue: This typically indicates that the launcher couldn't find your server's configuration files (ServerGameSettings.json or ServerHostSettings.json) at the expected path within its own VRisingServer folder.

  • Solution:
    • Ensure you have successfully installed the V Rising Dedicated Server via the launcher's "Install Server" button (Section "Usage & Getting Started - 1. First-time Server Installation").
    • If you migrated old configuration files, double-check that they were placed in the correct path (YOUR_LAUNCHER_FOLDER\DedicatedServerLauncher\VRisingServer\VRisingServer_Data\StreamingAssets\Settings\) as described in Section "Usage & Getting Started - 2. Migrating Existing Server Configuration Files".
    • Ensure the launcher has appropriate file permissions (e.g., try running it as an administrator).

• Server Not Starting:

  • Check Console Log: The integrated console log within the launcher is your first stop. Look for any error messages that appear when you try to start the server.
  • Check Launcher Logs: For more detailed diagnostics, navigate to the logs folder within your main launcher directory (e.g., C:\YourLauncherFolder\DedicatedServerLauncher\logs\). Review the log files there for errors.
  • Firewall Settings: Ensure your firewall (Windows Firewall or any third-party firewall) is not blocking the server. The default V Rising server ports are 9876 UDP, 9877 UDP, and 9878 UDP. You may need to create inbound rules for these ports.
  • Server Files Integrity: Verify that the V Rising Server was successfully installed by the launcher into its expected subfolder (YOUR_LAUNCHER_FOLDER\DedicatedServerLauncher\VRisingServer\). If you had previously selected a custom installation path for the server via the launcher, ensure that path is still valid and accessible.

• Launcher Re-downloads Everything When Moved: This happens if you move the VRisingDedicatedServerLauncher.exe file by itself, separate from its parent folder which contains the SteamCMD and VRisingServer subfolders.

  • Solution: Always move the entire launcher folder (e.g., C:\YourLauncherFolder\DedicatedServerLauncher\) when relocating your server setup to maintain its integrity and prevent unnecessary re-downloads.

Support & Feedback

If you encounter any issues, have suggestions, or just want to provide feedback, please reach out. Your input is valuable!

• [email protected]

Permissions & License

This V Rising Dedicated Server Launcher is provided free of charge for personal use to manage your V Rising server.

• Redistribution: If you wish to redistribute this launcher on other platforms or include it as part of mod packs, please contact the author for prior permission and always link back to this official Thunderstore page for downloads. This ensures users get the latest and safest version and supports the project's visibility.
• Modifications: Modifying or distributing modified versions of this launcher without explicit written permission from the author is prohibited.

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