Rename a Colony Survival server without changing its world

Change Server Name for a new browser label. Leave World Name as it was. The launcher passes both values separately, so changing the wrong one can load a different world instead of renaming the existing colony.

Make the change

  1. Take a backup and note the exact World Name, including capitalization.
  2. Stop the server between play sessions.
  3. In Startup, change Server Name only. Keep World Name and the assigned network fields unchanged.
  4. Start the server and look for its new name in the multiplayer list.
  5. Join and inspect a known building and colonist before announcing the new listing to everyone.
Startup variables for Colony Survival. Use the field labels in the steps; keep private credentials hidden when sharing screenshots.
Controls used in this task
Panel fieldWhat to keep in mind
World nameIdentifies the world or save to load. Record the original value before changing it; another name can select a different save. Up to 32 characters.
Server nameThe name players see when looking for the session. Use a distinctive name so it is easy to distinguish from other servers. Up to 32 characters.

Check the result

If an empty world appears, stop and restore the previous World Name first. Do not overwrite the old save with files from the newly generated world.

Related guides

Colony Survival server not showing up or unable to connect · Colony Survival server settings: Startup and configuration

Documentation

Server configuration reference

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