Conan Exiles is a survival game set in the world of Conan the Barbarian, where you build, capture thralls and fend off massive Purge attacks. On your own server you control the pace, difficulty and social rules.
Requirements
Conan Exiles requires at least 4 GB RAM and 2 vCPU cores for a small group. For 20 to 40 players we recommend 8 GB RAM and 4 cores on a KVM VPS. The server is available for both Windows and Linux (via SteamCMD).
Installation
- Install SteamCMD.
- Download the server:
steamcmd +force_install_dir /home/conan/server +login anonymous +app_update 443030 validate +quit - Edit
Engine.iniandServerSettings.iniin the folderConanSandbox/Saved/Config/LinuxServer(or WindowsServer). - Start the server:
./ConanSandboxServer.sh -log
Configuring the Purge
The Purge is a recurring NPC attack on your base. In ServerSettings.ini you configure:
- PurgeLevel: the difficulty of the attack.
- PurgePeriodicity: how often the Purge can occur.
- MinPurgeOnlinePlayers: how many players need to be online before a Purge starts. Set this to 0 if you also want offline Purges.
Thralls and building decay
Thralls are captured NPCs that guard your base and process resources. On the server you control how fast the capturing process is with the ThrallConversionMultiplier. Building decay (BuildingDecayEnabled) causes abandoned structures to collapse over time, preventing the map from filling up with old bases. On a server with friends you can disable this.
Mods
Conan Exiles supports Steam Workshop mods. Place the mod IDs in the file modlist.txt in the server folder, each ID on its own line. On startup the server downloads the mods automatically. Popular mods add new building pieces, weapons and areas.
Frequently asked questions
How do I prevent inactive players' bases from cluttering the map?
Enable building decay via BuildingDecayEnabled=True. Buildings that are not visited regularly gradually lose stability and eventually collapse. You can adjust the decay time with the decay multiplier.
Can I restrict PvP to certain times?
Yes, using the PvPEnabled setting in combination with RestrictPvPTime you can set a daily PvP window. Outside that window players cannot attack each other, but building and exploring continues as normal.
How much disk space does the server need?
The base installation is approximately 45 GB. With mods this can grow to 70 GB or more. Keep that in mind when choosing your VPS plan.