Abiotic Factor Dedicated Server: ServerSettings & Admin Guide
Data Verified: May 2026Complete Abiotic Factor dedicated server reference. Configure ServerSettings.ini, manage save slots, GATE Cascade Research Facility worlds, admin commands, and size hardware for stable 6-player coop.
Commands & configuration database
| Command | Default Value | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
ServerName | Abiotic Factor Server | Public server name. | |
ServerPassword | (empty) | Password required to join. | |
MaxServerPlayers | 6 | Concurrent player cap. | |
WorldSaveName | Default | Active save slot folder name. | |
ServerAdmins | (empty) | Comma-separated Steam64 IDs with admin rights. | |
GamePort | 7777 | UDP gameplay port. | |
QueryPort | 27015 | UDP Steam query port. | |
AdvertiseToLAN | true | Broadcasts server on LAN. | |
AdvertiseToInternet | true | Lists server in the public browser. | |
PauseServerWithNoPlayers | false | Pauses simulation when nobody is online. |
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| Command | Default Value | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
Summon <id> | N/A | Spawns the named item or entity. | |
Teleport <x> <y> <z> | N/A | Teleports the admin to coordinates. | |
KickPlayer <name> | N/A | Kicks the named player. | |
BanPlayer <steamid> | N/A | Bans the named Steam64 ID. | |
SaveGame | N/A | Forces an immediate save. |
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Hardware specifications
Sizing guidance for self-hosting a Abiotic Factor dedicated server.
| Tier | Specification | Use case |
|---|---|---|
| Coop (2-4 players) | 4 GB RAM / 2-core 3.5 GHz+ CPU | Default 6-cap coop with a small group. |
| Standard (6 players) | 6 GB RAM / 4-core 4.0 GHz+ CPU / SSD | Full intended-cap session with established base. |
| Stretched (8-12 players) | 10 GB RAM / 4-core 4.5 GHz+ Dedicated Node / NVMe | Beyond-cap modded sessions; expect AI scaling issues. |
Default file locations
Default installation paths for Abiotic Factor dedicated servers installed via SteamCMD.
Windows
C:\AbioticFactorServer\AbioticFactor\Saved\Config\WindowsServer\Linux
/home/steam/abioticfactorserver/AbioticFactor/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Pro-Tip: Always stop the server completely before editing configuration files, or the server will overwrite your changes upon restart.
Default ports for port forwarding
Open these on your router and firewall before exposing the server to the internet.
| Service | Protocol | Port |
|---|---|---|
| Game Port | UDP | 7777 |
| Query Port | UDP | 27015 |
| RCON / Telnet | - | N/A (in-game console) |
Frequently asked questions
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