How to Add an Existing Map to your Astroneer Server
Do you have a save you want to add to yourĀ Astroneer dedicated server, but you aren't sure how? In this guide we will show you how you can upload your existing map to your AstroneerĀ server usingĀ the Nodecraft Pro Panel.
Uploading Your Existing Map
Note: We recommend fully stopping your Astroneer server before making any uploads or configuration changes.
To upload your existing Astroneer world, you will need to locate the worldās .savesame file on your PC, or client side. This file contains the data for your world.Ā
Start Astroneer through Steam.
On the SOLO tab, locate the name of the saved world you would like toĀ upload to your server. Take note of this name!
On your PC,Ā navigate to the world save which is located in the following directory:
C:\Users<User>\AppData\Local\Astro\Saved\SaveGames
Note: Use Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog, then enter the above directory path. Replace <User> with your actual PC username.
In the SaveGames folder, find the saved world file that matches the name you took note of earlier.Ā
Navigate over to the Nodecraft Pro Panel for your Astroneer server and click on the Server Files tab.
Locate the file directory
/Astro/Saved/SavedGames
.Select Upload and then Choose Files.
Select your chosen world file from the SaveGames folder you located previously.
Complete the upload.
Selecting an Existing Save
Once the save file is uploaded, you'll need to configure your Astroneer server settings to load your selected map.Ā
Naviagate to the Server Files tab of the Pro Panel.
Locate the
AstroServerSettings.ini
config file in the following directory:/Astro/Saved/Config/WindowsServer/AstroServerSettings.ini
Click Edit and and locate this line:
ActiveSaveFileDescriptiveName
Edit this field to match the name of the save file you uploaded.
Select Save Changes.
Editing Game Settings
Navigate to the Game Settings tab of the Pro Panel.
Find the Active Save File field.
Enter the respective Save_ file name.
ClickĀ Submit to save your changes.
Start your Astroneer Server.
It's time to log in and descend to your planet!
With your existing Astroneer map successfully uploaded and configured, you and your friends can now continue your adventures on your dedicated server. If you need any assistance with the process or encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to the Nodecraft Support Team. We're always happy to help!Ā