How to Change Palworld Server Settings

Palworld allows server owners to customize gameplay through both basic dashboard settings and advanced configuration files. In this guide, we'll show you exactly how to change your Palworld server settings step by step.

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Changing Basic Palworld Server Settings

To modify simple server settings such as the server name, description, or password using the dashboard:

1. Go to your server dashboard in the DazcoHost control panel
2. From the sidebar, click on Server Settings or Configuration
3. Scroll down to view available options:
   • Server Name: Change your server's display name
   • Server Password: Set or remove a password
   • Server Description: Add a description for your server
   • Max Players: Adjust maximum player count
4. Edit the values you want to change
5. Click Save Changes or Apply

Advanced Palworld Server Settings

For more advanced gameplay options like experience rates, damage multipliers, or custom gameplay rules, you'll need to edit the configuration file:

1. Open File Manager from your server dashboard
2. Navigate to the following directory:

   Pal/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/

3. Find and open the file named PalWorldSettings.ini

Common Gameplay Settings to Modify

Here are some of the most commonly adjusted settings in PalWorldSettings.ini:

[/Script/Pal.PalGameWorldSettings]
OptionSettings=(

# Basic Server Settings
ServerName="My Palworld Server",
ServerDescription="Welcome to our custom server!",

# Game Difficulty & Rates
Difficulty=None,
DayTimeSpeedRate=1.000000,
NightTimeSpeedRate=1.000000,
ExpRate=1.000000,
PalCaptureRate=1.000000,
PalSpawnNumRate=1.000000,

# Damage Rates
PalDamageRateAttack=1.000000,
PalDamageRateDefense=1.000000,
PlayerDamageRateAttack=1.000000,
PlayerDamageRateDefense=1.000000,
PlayerStomachDecreaseRate=1.000000,
PlayerStaminaDecreaseRate=1.000000,
PlayerAutoHPRegeneRate=1.000000,
PlayerAutoHpRegeneRateInSleep=1.000000,

# Death Penalty
DeathPenalty=All,

# Multipliers
BuildObjectDamageRate=1.000000,
BuildObjectDeteriorationDamageRate=1.000000,
CollectionDropRate=1.000000,
CollectionObjectHpRate=1.000000,
CollectionObjectRespawnSpeedRate=1.000000,
EnemyDropItemRate=1.000000,

# Special Features
bEnablePlayerToPlayerDamage=False,
bEnableFriendlyFire=False,
bEnableInvaderEnemy=True,
bActiveUNKO=False,
bEnableAimAssistPad=True,
bEnableAimAssistKeyboard=False,
DropItemMaxNum=3000,
DropItemMaxNum_UNKO=100,
BaseCampMaxNum=128,
BaseCampWorkerMaxNum=15,
DropItemAliveMaxHours=1.000000,
bAutoResetGuildNoOnlinePlayers=False,
AutoResetGuildTimeNoOnlinePlayers=72.000000,

# Advanced Settings
AdditionalDropItemWhenPlayerKilling=True,
AdditionalDropItemRateWhenPlayerKilling=1.000000,
GuildPlayerMaxNum=20,
PalEggDefaultHatchingTime=72.000000,
WorkSpeedRate=1.000000,
bIsMultiplay=False,
bIsPvP=False,
bCanPickupOtherGuildDeathPenaltyDrop=False,
bEnableNonLoginPenalty=True,
bEnableFastTravel=True,
bIsStartLocationSelectByMap=True,
bExistPlayerAfterLogout=False,
bEnableDefenseOtherGuildPlayer=False,
bShowPlayerList=False,
CoopPlayerMaxNum=4,
ServerPlayerMaxNum=32,
PublicPort=8211,
PublicIP="",
RCONEnabled=False,
RCONPort=25575,
Region="",
bUseAuth=True,
BanListURL="",
RESTAPIEnabled=False,
RESTAPIPort=8212,
)

Editing Tips & Examples

Example 1: Increase Experience Rate (Make leveling faster)

ExpRate=2.000000  # Double experience

Example 2: Enable PvP on your server

bIsPvP=True
bEnablePlayerToPlayerDamage=True

Example 3: Increase Pal Capture Rate

PalCaptureRate=1.500000  # 50% higher capture chance

Example 4: Reduce Death Penalty

DeathPenalty=Item  # Only drop items on death (not equipment or pals)

Backup and Restore Settings

Before making changes, it's always a good practice to backup your configuration:

1. Right-click on PalWorldSettings.ini in File Manager
2. Select Download to save a copy locally
3. Make your changes to the server file
4. If something goes wrong, upload your backup file

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Server Won't Start After Changes

Solution: Check for syntax errors in your .ini file. Ensure all parentheses are properly closed and there are no typos in setting names.

Settings Not Applying

Solution: Make sure you saved the file and properly restarted the server. Some settings may require a complete shutdown and startup.

File Not Found

Solution: If PalWorldSettings.ini doesn't exist, start your server once to generate the default file, then stop it and make your changes.

Recommended Settings for Different Playstyles

Final Result

Once the server restarts with your new settings, you'll enjoy:

• Custom gameplay rules tailored to your community
• Improved balance and progression pacing
• Personalized experience for all players
• Unique server identity with custom rates and rules

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