Windrose
Rent a Windrose Server
Genre:
Open-World-Survival
Studio:
Kraken Express
Publisher:
Kraken Express, Pocketpair Publishing
Rent a server
Rent a Windrose Server
Genre:
Open-World-Survival
Studio:
Kraken Express
Publisher:
Kraken Express, Pocketpair Publishing
Windrose: Basic Server Settings
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Settings Overview
Windrose dedicated servers are configured via the GPORTAL web interface or by editing the ServerDescription.json config file directly. The most important settings are player limit, server password, and server name.
Settings via GPORTAL Interface
In your GPORTAL dashboard, navigate to My Servers → Windrose → Settings:
- Server Name – Public name visible to players joining by code
- Max Players – Up to 8
- Password – Optional. Leave empty for open access
- Invite Code – Auto-generated. Share this with friends to join
Important: Always stop the server before making changes, then restart to apply them.
ServerDescription.json Explained
The config file is located at:
R5\Saved\SaveProfiles\Default\ServerDescription.json
| Key | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
MaxPlayerCount |
Integer | Maximum number of players (max. 8) |
IsPasswordProtected |
Boolean | true/false – enables server password |
InviteCode |
String | Server join code for players |
FAQ
Do I need to restart the server after changing settings?
Yes. Always stop the server before editing ServerDescription.json and restart it afterward to apply changes. Changes made while the server is running may be overwritten.
What is the maximum player count for Windrose?
Windrose supports up to 8 players per dedicated server.
→ See also: How to invite friends to your Windrose server
