Valheim
Update a Valheim dedicated server without losing the world or launch settings
Update Valheim with protected saves, a retained startup script and a world compatibility check.
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The craft of running game servers
Setup guides, diagnostics and practical decisions for running games on your own VPS.
Valheim
Valheim loads the wrong world after an update: check selection, storage and backups
Check the Valheim world name, save location and process account before replacing any files.
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Back up and restore a Valheim 1.0 server without mixing world chunks
Back up complete Valheim world data and verify an isolated restore: selected world, player join and restart.
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Valheim server missing from the list: check discovery separately
Find why Valheim is missing: Steam or crossplay mode, actual ports, public address and server-list filters.
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Move a Valheim world to a dedicated server after 1.0
Move a complete Valheim world after 1.0: local export, the full save structure, world selection and restart verification.
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Why a Valheim crossplay server cannot be joined
Check Valheim builds, crossplay mode, PlayFab registration, the current join code and player admission.
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How to run a Valheim server on Ubuntu: Steam, crossplay and backups
Installation, player connections and a recoverable new-world backup on your own VPS.
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