Helpful Summary

  • Overview: This guide explains the best 7 Days to Die server settings to optimize performance, balance gameplay, and enhance player experiences.
  • Why you should listen: Iceline Hosting is a leader in game server hosting, offering optimized performance and security for smooth, reliable 7 Days to Die gameplay.
  • Why it matters: Proper server settings improve gameplay control, reduce lag, and create a customized experience by tailoring the server environment to your preferences.
  • Action points: Choose the right server plan, adjust settings through the Iceline Hosting game panel, and follow our recommended settings for balanced gameplay.
  • Further research: Explore additional 7 Days to Die customizations and upgrades to maximize your server’s potential as your community grows.

Wondering How to Configure Your 7 Days to Die Server?

Setting up a server for 7 Days to Die boosts your gaming experience and allows you to create a customized world to share with friends. However, configuring your server settings correctly is key to ensuring smooth performance, minimal lag, and an immersive experience.

In this Iceline Hosting guide, we’ll walk you through the essential server settings for 7 Days to Die, offering best practices and tips for maximum performance.

But first…

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Key 7 Days to Die Server Settings

1. Game Settings

  • Game Name: The server's name is seen in the server browser.
  • Game World: Choose between pre-built maps like "Navezgane" or generate a random world.
  • Game Mode: Set to Survival SP (Single Player), Survival MP (Multiplayer), or Creative.
  • Difficulty: Adjust the game's challenge (Scavenger, Adventurer, Nomad, Warrior, Survivalist, Insane).
  • Day Length: Determines a full-day cycle in real-world minutes (e.g., 60 minutes).
  • Daylight Length: Controls the daylight-to-night ratio (e.g., 18 hours of daylight).
  • Drop on Death: Defines what happens to a player’s inventory when they die (e.g., drop everything).
  • Drop on Quit: Toggles whether players drop items when logging out.

2. Multiplayer Settings

  • Max Players: Sets the maximum number of players on the server (MaxPlayerCount = 8 recommended).
  • Player Killing (PvP): Toggle whether players can kill each other (enabled/disabled).
  • Claim Size: The size of land claim blocks, protecting areas from other players.
  • Claim Duration: How long a land claim remains active if the player is offline.
  • Claim Expiry: Time until a land claim decays if the player doesn't log back in.

3. Blood Moon Settings

  • Blood Moon Frequency: Frequency of Blood Moon horde attacks (e.g., every 7 days).
  • Blood Moon Range: Adds variability to the Blood Moon frequency (e.g., +/- 2 days).
  • Blood Moon Warning: How much warning time players get before a Blood Moon.
  • Blood Moon Count: Number of zombies that can spawn per player during the Blood Moon (default 8, but lowering it can improve performance on low-end servers).

4. Loot Settings

  • Loot Abundance: Controls how much loot is available (e.g., 100% is default, 200% doubles it).
  • Loot Respawn Time: How frequently loot respawns in containers (e.g., every 5 days).
  • AirDrop Frequency: Controls how often airdrops occur in-game hours (e.g., every 24 hours).
  • AirDrop Marker: Whether or not an icon appears on the map when an airdrop happens (enabled/disabled).

5. Enemy Settings

  • Zombie Spawning: Controls the number of zombies that spawn in the world (MaxSpawnedZombies = 64 is optimal to balance challenge and performance).
  • Zombie Speed: Adjusts zombie speed during different times (day, night, Blood Moon).
  • Enemy Aggression: Determines how aggressive zombies are (normal or feral).
  • Zombie MoveNight: Night-time zombie speed (set to "sprint" for a real challenge).

6. XP and Progression Settings

  • XP Multiplier: Adjusts experience points gain (e.g., 100% default, increase to 200% for faster progression).
  • Player Level Multiplier: Controls the rate at which players level up.
  • Skill Points per Level: Number of skill points earned per level.

7. Server Administration Settings

  • Admin Password: Password for admin access to commands.
  • Server Visibility: Controls if the server is visible to all, friends only, or hidden (ServerVisibility = 2 for public servers).
  • EAC (Easy Anti-Cheat): Toggle anti-cheat protection (EACEnabled = true for cheat protection).
  • Server Port: Defines the server port for incoming connections (default: 26900).

8. Cheat Mode Settings

  • Cheat Mode: Allows players to access cheat commands and items via the Creative Menu (enabled/disabled).

How to Optimize Your 7 Days to Die Server

Configuring Server Settings

  • Server Status: Always turn off the server while configuring to ensure changes are applied.
  • Game Branch Selection: Choose the game version, including experimental builds.
  • Server Name: Customize your server name for easy recognition.
  • Game Password: Adding a password can help restrict access to your server.

Key Settings for Optimal Performance

  • Blood Moon Frequency: Keep the default of every 7 days for a balanced challenge.
  • Enemy Count: Keep at default to prevent lag, especially with more players.
  • Loot Respawn: A 5-day loot respawn ensures a balanced resource flow.
  • Server Region: Choosing the closest server region for better ping and connection stability.

Advanced Optimization Tips

Adjust MaxSpawnedZombies Based on Player Count

For smaller player groups (1-4 players), lower MaxSpawnedZombies to 32-40. If you have more players, increase the setting to 80-100, but monitor performance. Higher zombie counts can tax server resources significantly.

Disable SteamNetworking for Better Performance

If you're running a dedicated server with proper port forwarding, disabling SteamNetworking can reduce unnecessary latency. This helps improve gameplay smoothness by relying on more direct network protocols.

Fine-Tune Blood Moon Zombie Behavior

During Blood Moon events, reduce the BloodMoonEnemyCount to 4-6 zombies per player if your server experiences lag. This tweak lowers the performance load while maintaining the event's challenge.

Choosing the Right Server Plan for Optimal Performance

The performance and stability of your 7 Days to Die server depend heavily on the quality of your hosting service. At Iceline Hosting, we offer dedicated 7 Days to Die servers hosted on top-end hardware that lets you experience the game at its best.

With Iceline Hosting, you’ll enjoy:

  • Automatic Installer: Quick and easy setup with pre-installed server software so you can jump right into the game.
  • Managed Backups: Regular backups to safeguard your data and prevent progress loss.
  • Real-time Monitoring: Advanced tools to monitor server performance and resource usage.
  • DDoS Protection: Robust security to protect your server from attacks and ensure uninterrupted gameplay.

Mastering your 7 Days to Die server settings is crucial for a well-rounded and enjoyable gaming experience. By fine-tuning these settings and using Iceline Hosting’s reliable infrastructure, you can tailor the game to fit your preferences while ensuring smooth gameplay for your community. Ready to take your 7 Days to Die experience to the next level? Sign up for a dedicated 7 Days to Die server with Iceline Hosting today.