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Are there any recommended mutators or mods for an enhanced vanilla experience?

  ScrN Balance (overhauls perk progression and game balance). IJC Weapon Pack (adds new...
Can I customize the server MOTD (Message of the Day)?

  In KFGame.ini, look for ServerMOTD= or a similarly named line. Add your message...
How can I add or remove maps from the default rotation?

  In KFGame.ini, look for MapCycles= or MapRotation= lines (the exact header can vary...
How can I adjust the zed spawn rate or difficulty beyond the normal presets?

Look for advanced settings in KFGame.ini, under [KFGame.KFGameInfo], or a similar header....
How can I force a specific game mode on my server (e.g., Survival, Objective)?

  In the KFGame.ini, look for the DefaultGame=... line. Common options:...
How do I apply mutators (e.g., custom weapons, difficulty tweaks)?

Obtain the Mutator: Either via Steam Workshop or manual upload. Add to Server Files:...
How do I change the server name, difficulty, and other basic settings?

In your TCAdmin2 file explorer, navigate to the System or File Manager tab and locate your...
How do I configure server passwords (private or admin password)?

In KFGame.ini or PCServer-KFGame.ini, locate: GamePassword= for private server...
How do I enable VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat) on my Killing Floor server?

Most modern Killing Floor servers have VAC enabled by default. In your server command...
How do I enable and configure the Web Admin interface for my server?

In KFWeb.ini, locate and modify the following lines: bEnabled=true ListenPort=8080...
How do I enable or disable Friendly Fire on my server?

In KFGame.ini, search for FriendlyFireScale=. By default, it might be 0.0 (disabled)....
How do I ensure my custom server settings don’t get overwritten during updates?

  Backup: Before updating, back up your .ini files. Check for “.default” files: Some...
How do I install and manage custom maps?

Workshop Method: Subscribe to the custom map in the Steam Workshop on your personal...
How do I install or enable whitelisted mutators that still allow perk progression?

Tripwire maintains a list of “whitelisted” mutators. If a mutator is officially...
How do I install total conversion mods or large-scale mods?

  Check Compatibility: Some total conversions might conflict with the base game or require...
How do I troubleshoot mismatched version errors for players joining my server?

  Verify your server is on the latest official Killing Floor build by running the Update...
How do I update the Killing Floor server to the latest version via TCAdmin2?

  In TCAdmin2, look for an Update or Steam Update button/option in your service panel....
Is there a way to limit player slots or set a max player count?

Within KFGame.ini, look for a line like MaxPlayers=6 (or another number). Adjust to...
What are some common admin commands I can use in-game or via Web Admin?

  kick [playername] – Kicks a specific player. ban [playername] – Bans a specific...
What do I need to edit to change wave configurations, length, or perk progression?

Most wave and perk-related settings are located in KFGame.ini (or PCServer-KFGame.ini)....
What should I do if my server crashes or becomes unresponsive after adding mods?

  Disable Recent Mods: Remove or comment out any newly added mutators in your .ini files....
Where can I locate my main configuration files for advanced tweaking?

  Typically, the main configs are in the KFGame/Config directory. Some important files...
Where can I see the server logs for debugging issues like crashes or mod errors?

  Typically, logs are in KFGame/Logs or Logs folder of your server directory. Look for files...
Which config file should I edit to set up perks and custom perk rules?

  Most perk and progression rules are in KFGame.ini. For more advanced custom perk mods, you...
Why isn’t my server showing up in the server browser in-game?

  Ensure that your server’s name, game mode, and region settings are correctly set in...