Install Steam Workshop mods on an Unturned server

Use WorkshopDownloadConfig.json inside the active Servers/[server ID] folder. Add numeric Workshop item IDs to its File_IDs array; the server downloads them at startup.

Make the change

  1. Stop the server and back up the active server folder, including the current WorkshopDownloadConfig.json.
  2. Copy each required item’s numeric ID from its Steam Workshop URL.
  3. Add the IDs to File_IDs, separated by commas, preserving valid JSON and any other existing settings.
  4. Start and allow Workshop downloads to finish before joining.
  5. Connect with a test client and check that it downloads the expected content. Select a Workshop map separately in Server/Commands.dat when needed.

Check the result

If a particular item fails, check whether it is public, still available and compatible with the game build. Do not remove the world save while repairing a Workshop download.

Related guides

Unturned server not showing up or unable to connect · Unturned server settings: Startup and configuration · Set an Unturned GSLT so your server appears publicly

Documentation

Server configuration reference · Project documentation 2

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