Configuring Stack Sizes and Weight Reduction for an ARK Server

Modifying stack sizes and item weight on your ARK: Survival Evolved server can improve inventory management, reduce grinding, and enhance quality of life for players. Server owners can increase stack limits, lower item weight, and customize resource settings to create a more balanced experience.

This guide will walk you through editing stack sizes, adjusting weight reduction, and applying changes using VolticHost Game Panel.

📌 Prerequisites

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

• Access to VolticHost Game Panel

• (Optional) Stack Size Mods from Steam Workshop for additional customization

1️⃣ Modify Stack Sizes in GameUserSettings.ini

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click on your ARK: Survival Evolved server.

3. Navigate to the File Manager tab.

4. Open:

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

5. Scroll down to the [ServerSettings] section and add or modify this line:

   OverrideMaxItemQuantityMultiplier=5.0
   
   

   (This increases stack sizes by 5x.)

6. Click Save File and restart the server.

✅ Item stack sizes are now increased!

2️⃣ Adjust Stack Sizes for Specific Items

To set custom stack limits for specific items:

1. Open:

   /ShooterGame/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini
   
   

2. Add stack modifications for specific items:

   ConfigOverrideItemMaxQuantity=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_Thatch_C",Quantity=(MaxItemQuantity=500, bIgnoreMultiplier=true))
   ConfigOverrideItemMaxQuantity=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_Wood_C",Quantity=(MaxItemQuantity=250, bIgnoreMultiplier=true))
   
   

3. Click Save File and restart the server.

✅ Thatch now stacks up to 500 and wood up to 250!

3️⃣ Reduce Item Weight

To make items weigh less, modify Game.ini:

1. Open:

   /ShooterGame/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini
   
   

2. Add:

   ConfigOverrideItemWeight=(ItemClassString="PrimalItemResource_Metal_C",NewWeight=0.1)
   
   

3. Click Save File and restart the server.

✅ Metal now weighs only 10% of its default weight!

4️⃣ Use Stack Size Mods (Optional)

For easier stack size adjustments, install a Steam Workshop stack mod:

1. Go to the ARK Steam Workshop.

2. Search for a stack size mod (e.g., Ultra Stacks, Stacks XXL).

3. Copy the Mod ID from the URL.

4. Open the Startup tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

5. Enter the Mod ID in the Mod Settings field.

6. Restart your server.

✅ Your server now uses a custom stack size mod!

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 new stack and weight settings.

✅ Your ARK server now has optimized inventory management!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully modified stack sizes, reduced item weight, and installed custom stack size mods using VolticHost Game Panel! Players can now carry more resources and enjoy an optimized survival experience. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.