How to Downgrade Your V Rising Server Version: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ensuring your V Rising server is running the correct version is crucial for seamless gameplay, especially when you need to align with specific game clients or older versions for compatibility. Sometimes, you might find yourself needing to downgrade your V Rising server to match a particular game version. This guide will walk you through the process of downgrading your V Rising server using the Steam console, ensuring you can get your server version in sync with your needs.

Step 1: Accessing the Steam Console

The first step to downgrading your server involves utilizing the Steam console, a powerful tool for managing Steam downloads and updates. To open the Steam console, follow these simple instructions:

1. Press the Windows key + R simultaneously to open the Run dialog box.
2. In the Run dialog box, type: steam://open/console and press Enter.

This command will launch Steam and open a new tab labeled “CONSOLE” within your Steam client. This console is where you’ll input the necessary commands to download specific server versions.

Step 2: Locating Depot and Manifest Information on SteamDB

To download the correct older version of your V Rising server, you need specific information about the game depots and manifests. SteamDB is an invaluable resource for this. Follow these steps to find the necessary data:

1. Open your web browser and navigate to the SteamDB website.
2. Search for “V Rising Dedicated Server” in the SteamDB search bar.
3. Click on the “V Rising Dedicated Server” page.
4. On the V Rising Dedicated Server SteamDB page, locate and click on the “Depots” tab.
5. Find the depot labeled “V Rising Dedicated Server Content” (usually depot ID 1604031). Click on it.
6. Within the depot page, click on the “Manifests” tab.

This page lists all the manifests for the V Rising Dedicated Server depot. Manifests are essentially version snapshots of the server files at different points in time. You will need to identify the manifest ID corresponding to the server version you wish to downgrade to. You might need to browse through the manifest list to find the specific version you are looking for, paying attention to the dates and descriptions if available.

Step 3: Using the download_depot Command

Once you have identified the correct manifest ID for the V Rising server version you want, you can use the download_depot command in the Steam console to download those specific files. The syntax for the command is as follows:

download_depot <appid> <depotid> <manifestid>

For V Rising Dedicated Server, the <appid> is 1604030 and the <depotid> is 1604031. Replace <manifestid> with the manifest ID you found on SteamDB. For example, if the manifest ID is 6891775664759788354, the command would be:

download_depot 1604030 1604031 6891775664759788354

Enter this command into the Steam console and press Enter. Steam will begin downloading the specified server version files. The download progress will be displayed in the console.

Step 4: Copying Files to Your Server Directory

After the download is complete, the server files will be located in a specific directory on your computer. The directory path is typically:

C:Program Files (x86)Steamsteamappscontentapp_1604030depot_1604031

Navigate to this directory using File Explorer. You will find the downloaded server files here. Copy all the files from this directory and paste them into your existing V Rising server installation directory. You will likely be prompted to replace existing files – confirm to replace them. This step effectively downgrades your server files to the version associated with the manifest ID you downloaded.

Step 5: Preventing Automatic Updates

To prevent Steam from automatically updating your server back to the latest version, you need to adjust the update settings for your V Rising Dedicated Server in Steam.

1. In your Steam Library, find “V Rising Dedicated Server” in your list of games/software.
2. Right-click on “V Rising Dedicated Server” and select “Properties”.
3. In the Properties window, navigate to the “Updates” tab.
4. Under “Automatic updates”, choose “Only update this game when I launch it”.

This setting will prevent Steam from automatically updating your server files, ensuring your server remains on the downgraded version you installed.

Conclusion

Downgrading your V Rising server version requires a few steps using the Steam console and SteamDB, but it’s a straightforward process. By following these steps, you can effectively manage your server version and ensure compatibility for your V Rising gameplay. Remember to always double-check the manifest IDs on SteamDB to ensure you are downloading the correct server version for your needs. Enjoy hosting your V Rising server with the version you desire!