Direct connect via game port and server browser
SteamCMD Install · Pavlov VR
VR tactical shooter · VR / Shooter / Tactical
Install script and systemd unit
Player tools (5)
Instant interactive calculations and recipe plannersCommon reasons for failing to connect and how to diagnose
Official resources, mod.io maps and useful links
Version timeline and branch status
Official maps, game modes and UGC map format
Server admin and config generation (8)
Config files, startup scripts and command wizards for running a serverHardware estimates and upstream figures
Three ports and multi-instance planning
Firewall commands for four platforms
Install script and systemd unit
UE4 INI config generation with map rotation
RconSettings.txt generator and RCON command reference
Get ApiKey and configure server list visibility
RCON command reference and admin guide
Pavlov VR Dedicated Server Install (SteamCMD)
SteamCMD appid 622970
sudo useradd -m -s /bin/bash steam
sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y steamcmd lib32gcc-s1
sudo -u steam -i \
/usr/games/steamcmd +force_install_dir /opt/gameserver \
+login anonymous +app_update 622970 validate +quit
Pavlov VR Config file paths
Pavlov/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini
Server notes
The second game port, 8177, is used for additional server instances and communication — do not omit it. Workshop maps require an extra download step, so the first join is slow on servers with many custom maps.
FAQ
- Which Pavlov VR server-admin tools are available?
- We list 8 tools for Pavlov VR: Capacity Planner, Port Map, Firewall Rules, SteamCMD Install, Game.ini Generator, RCON Config, ApiKey & Server List, Admin Commands. All of them run straight in your browser.
- Which ports does Pavlov VR need open?
- Pavlov VR defaults to 7777/UDP, 8177/UDP, 8188/TCP. Use the actual instance configuration and allow only the listed protocols and ports. Check the host firewall, router forwarding and game visibility settings.
- How do I install a dedicated Pavlov VR server?
- Install it with SteamCMD — the dedicated server app id for Pavlov VR is 622970, so +app_update 622970 validate downloads or updates it. Config files usually live at Pavlov/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/Game.ini.
- Do these tools cost anything or need installing?
- No. Everything runs in the page: no install, no sign-up, no cost. Enter your values and the result appears instantly, and you can copy the generated configs and commands with one click.