Setting Up a Rust Server with PvE Mode

By default, Rust is a PvP survival game, but some server owners prefer PvE gameplay where players can cooperate, build, and explore without the threat of player combat. Setting up a PvE Rust server requires adjusting damage settings, raiding rules, and AI behavior.

This guide will walk you through enabling PvE mode, disabling player damage, and configuring AI behavior using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

• A Rust server purchased at VolticHost.com

• Access to VolticHost Game Panel

• (Optional) Oxide/uMod installed for additional PvE management

1️⃣ Disable Player Damage and PvP Combat

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click on your Rust server.

3. Navigate to the Console tab.

4. Enter the following command to disable player damage:

   server.pve true
   

5. Prevent players from damaging each other:

   server.damageplayerfalse
   

6. Press Enter to apply the changes.

✅ PvP is now disabled, and your server is in PvE mode!

2️⃣ Prevent Raiding and Structure Damage

To stop players from destroying bases, disable structure damage:

1. Open the Console tab.

2. Enter the command:

   server.decay false
   

3. Disable explosive damage to structures:

   server.bulletdamagemultiplier 0
   server.meleedamagemultiplier 0
   server.explosivedamagemultiplier 0
   

4. Press Enter to apply the changes.

✅ Players can no longer raid each other’s bases!

3️⃣ Modify NPC Behavior for PvE Playstyle

If you want AI enemies like Scientists and Bradley APC to remain aggressive, keep PvE engaging by adjusting their behavior:

npc.enabled true
npc.damage true
npc.spawn_max_population_military_tunnels 10

• npc.enabled true → Keeps AI enemies active.

• npc.damage true → Allows AI to attack players.

• npc.spawn_max_population_military_tunnels 10 → Adjusts AI difficulty in key areas.

✅ Your Rust server now features PvE combat against AI!

4️⃣ Use Oxide for Advanced PvE Customization

If you need more control over PvE mechanics, install TruePVE from uMod:

1. Install Oxide from the Mod Manager.

2. Download TruePVE from uMod and upload the .cs file to:

   /oxide/plugins/
   

3. Edit the TruePVE.json config file to customize damage rules, PvE zones, and player interactions.

4. Restart the server.

✅ Oxide now gives you complete control over your PvE server!

5️⃣ Restart the Server to Apply Changes

1. Navigate 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 relaunch the server with PvE settings.

✅ Your Rust server is now running in PvE mode!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully set up a Rust server with PvE mode, disabled raiding, and configured AI combat using VolticHost Game Panel! Your players can now explore, build, and fight AI enemies without PvP conflicts. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.