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Hytale game servers allow you to configure gameplay settings such as the game mode, which defines the player experience. By changing the game mode, you can tailor your server to a specific playstyle or community preferences.
Early Access Notice Hytale was released on January 13, 2026, and is currently in Early Access. Since the game is still in active development, server software, configuration files, modding support, and installation processes may continue to change.
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The game mode can be changed during a running server via the live console or in-game commands, provided the necessary permissions are granted. This method allows admins to switch the game mode without editing configuration files.
The console command updates the active game mode immediately for the current server session. Depending on the server setup, the change either persists until the next restart or resets to the value from the configuration file.
/gamemode <gameMode> <playerName>
The GameMode value determines which game mode is applied when the server starts. This value can be adjusted according to the desired player experience.
Common game mode values include:
Creative for unrestricted building and content creationAdventure for structured gameplay with defined progression and interaction rulesAfter changing the game mode value, the server must be restarted for the new setting to take effect.
The game mode can be set directly in the server configuration file.
This method is recommended if your server should always start with a specific game mode or if you are preparing a fresh server setup.
The configuration file is accessible via your hosting control panel or file manager. In this file, a setting controls the active game mode used at server start. After changing this value, the server must be restarted for the change to apply.
"Defaults": {
"World": "default",
"GameMode": "Adventure"
},
The GameMode value determines which game mode is applied when the server starts. Adjust this value according to the desired player experience.
Common game mode values include:
Creative for unrestricted building and content creationAdventure for structured gameplay with defined progression and interaction rulesAfter changing the game mode value, the server must be restarted for the new setting to take effect.
By setting the game mode either through the server configuration file or the live console, you can precisely control gameplay on your Hytale game server. If you have further questions or need assistance, our support team is available daily to help! 🙂
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