Install and Manage Mods on an ARK: Survival Evolved Server in VolticHost Game Panel

Mods enhance gameplay by adding new creatures, structures, mechanics, and more to ARK: Survival Evolved. Installing and managing mods for your ARK server on VolticHost Game Panel is straightforward with Steam Workshop integration.

This guide will walk you through installing, updating, and managing mods using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

• An ARK: Survival Evolved server purchased at VolticHost.com

• Access to VolticHost Game Panel

• The mod ID(s) from the Steam Workshop

1️⃣ Find ARK Mod IDs from the Steam Workshop

1. Visit the ARK: Survival Evolved Steam Workshop:
   👉 https://steamcommunity.com/app/346110/workshop/

2. Search for the mod you want to install.

3. Click on the mod, and note the Mod ID from the URL.

   • Example URL:

     https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=731604991
     

   • The Mod ID is: 731604991

✅ You now have the Mod ID for installation!

2️⃣ Install Mods on Your ARK Server in VolticHost Game Panel

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click on your ARK: Survival Evolved server.

3. Navigate to the Startup tab.

4. Locate the Mod IDs field.

5. Enter the mod IDs separated by commas (e.g., 731604991,880871931).

6. Click Save Changes.

✅ Mods are now added to your server's startup configuration!

3️⃣ Update and Enable Mods in GameUserSettings.ini

1. Navigate to the File Manager in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Open the following file for editing:

   /ShooterGame/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/GameUserSettings.ini
   

3. Find or add the ActiveMods setting under [ServerSettings]:

   [ServerSettings]
   ActiveMods=731604991,880871931
   

4. Click Save File.

✅ Your ARK server is now configured to use the mods!

4️⃣ Restart the Server to Apply Mod Changes

1. Go to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click Stop to shut down the server.

3. Wait a few seconds, then click Start to restart the server.

✅ Your ARK server is now running with mods!

5️⃣ Verify That Mods Are Working

Method 1: Check the Server Console

• Go to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel and check for messages indicating mod downloads and activation.

Method 2: Join the Server

1. Open ARK: Survival Evolved.

2. Click Join ARK and search for your server.

3. Connect and check if the mods are working.

✅ Your mods are now live in-game!

6️⃣ Remove Mods (If Needed)

1. Go to the Startup tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Remove the Mod ID(s) from the Mod IDs field.

3. Navigate to File Manager → Delete the mod folders in:

   /ShooterGame/Content/Mods/
   

4. Open GameUserSettings.ini and remove the Mod IDs from ActiveMods.

5. Save the file and restart the server.

✅ Unwanted mods are now removed from your server!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully installed and managed mods on your ARK: Survival Evolved server using VolticHost Game Panel! Your ARK world can now feature custom content, gameplay enhancements, and more. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.