Deranged HostingConnect & First Checks
Before editing files
- Use Join by IP/server browser with the panel address.
- Give players password if configured.
- Use the exact game port from panel, not guessed default ports.
Sandbox / Building Guide
Enshrouded
Detailed connection, admin, file, settings, mods, backup, wipe, and troubleshooting notes for Enshrouded dedicated servers.
Files & Folders
Stop server before edits
| enshrouded_server.json | Primary JSON config: server name, password, save/log paths, IP, game port, query port, slot count. |
|---|---|
| savegame directory | World save data. |
| log directory | Startup and runtime logs. Useful for diagnosing config syntax issues. |
Common Settings
High-use values
| name | Server name. |
|---|---|
| password | Private password. |
| saveDirectory | Where worlds/saves live. Changing path changes loaded save location. |
| logDirectory | Where logs are written. |
| gamePort / queryPort | Panel-assigned ports. |
| slotCount | Player cap. |
Admin Setup
Staff access
- Enshrouded dedicated server administration is mostly config/panel driven. Use panel controls and support for ownership issues.
- Keep password private and rotate after sharing.
Mods & Plugins
Install carefully
- Use only mod/support workflows compatible with the current dedicated server build.
- Back up saves before any loader or content changes.
Backups, Wipes, Rollbacks
Protect player data
- Back up enshrouded_server.json and saveDirectory together.
- For wipe, archive saveDirectory and let the server generate a new world.
Troubleshooting
Common tickets
| JSON config not loading | Invalid comma/quote or wrong path. Validate JSON syntax. |
|---|---|
| Server unreachable | Wrong gamePort/queryPort or server not fully started. |
| World missing | saveDirectory changed or save files not restored. |
Reference Links
Docs and sources