{"id":17630,"date":"2025-09-24T14:07:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:07:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=17630"},"modified":"2025-09-24T14:07:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:07:18","slug":"how-to-change-gamemode-sons-of-the-forest-server","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/article\/how-to-change-gamemode-sons-of-the-forest-server\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Gamemode Sons Of The Forest Server"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Changing the <strong>gamemode<\/strong> of your Sons of the Forest dedicated server is easy with GGServers. The gamemode determines how players experience the game, from relaxing exploration to intense survival challenges. Whether you want a casual playthrough with friends or a hardcore survival experience, you can switch between modes directly from the control panel in just a few steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by logging in to the <a href=\"https:\/\/panel.ggservers.com\/\">GGServers Control Panel<\/a> with your account credentials. Once inside, locate your Sons of the Forest server and <strong>stop the server<\/strong> before making any changes. Stopping the server ensures that the new gamemode will be applied correctly when it restarts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"121\" height=\"56\" src=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-32.png\" alt=\"Stop Sons of the Forest Server in GGServers Control Panel\" class=\"wp-image-17502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-32.png 121w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-32-50x23.png 50w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-32-60x28.png 60w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-32-100x46.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 121px) 100vw, 121px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stop The Server<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, go to the left-side navigation menu and select <strong>Server Settings<\/strong>. This section lets you configure important aspects of your Sons of the Forest server, including access options, server name, and difficulty levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"274\" height=\"58\" src=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-26.png\" alt=\"Server Settings Sons of the Forest GGServers\" class=\"wp-image-17495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-26.png 274w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-26-50x11.png 50w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-26-60x13.png 60w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-26-100x21.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 274px) 100vw, 274px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Server Settings Button<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the <strong>General Settings<\/strong> tab. This menu allows you to change key gameplay features of your server, including gamemode selection, difficulty, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"172\" height=\"63\" src=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-27.png\" alt=\"General Settings Sons of the Forest Server\" class=\"wp-image-17496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-27.png 172w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-27-50x18.png 50w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-27-60x22.png 60w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-27-100x37.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 172px) 100vw, 172px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">General Settings Menu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Locate the option labeled <strong>Gamemode<\/strong>. Here, you can choose from the available modes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Normal<\/strong> \u2013 Balanced survival experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hard<\/strong> \u2013 Tougher enemies and survival mechanics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hard Survival<\/strong> \u2013 Maximum difficulty for hardcore players.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peaceful<\/strong> \u2013 Exploration without hostile enemies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Custom<\/strong> \u2013 Create your own difficulty mix with personalized settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"406\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79.png\" alt=\"Change Gamemode Sons of the Forest Server GGServers\" class=\"wp-image-17639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79.png 406w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79-50x32.png 50w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79-60x39.png 60w, https:\/\/ggservers.com\/knowledgebase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-79-100x65.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 406px) 100vw, 406px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Select your preferred gamemode, and the control panel will <strong>automatically save<\/strong> your changes. Once done, go back and start the server. Your new gamemode will now be active, and all players joining the server will experience the updated gameplay style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exclusive Deal:<\/strong> Enjoy <strong>30% off Sons of the Forest server hosting<\/strong> at GGServers with promo code <strong>KB30<\/strong>. Get your private server today and customize your gameplay experience at the best price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-ht-blocks-messages wp-block-hb-message wp-block-hb-message--withicon\"><strong>If you need extra help, our support team is available 24\/7 at <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ggservers.com\/billing\/submitticket.php\">https:\/\/ggservers.com\/billing\/submitticket.php<\/a><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Changing the gamemode of your Sons of the Forest dedicated server is easy with GGServers. The gamemode determines how players experience the game, from relaxing exploration to intense survival challenges. 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