Valheim Online
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #479 of 869 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Valheim Online is a mod that provides essential features, including server-side characters, for a living, breathing, persistent multiplayer world.
Core Features
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[] Server-side characters: when the client connects to the server, it is provided with a character to use by the server. The server maintains ownership of the client's character.
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] Safe Zones: In Valheim Online, most of the world is known as "wilderness". In the wilderness, PvP is forced on and map marker sharing off. Server admins can specify one or more safe zones which have PvP forced off. - Damn That Crow: The "I have arrived" shout does not belong in a persistent world. It has been removed.
Installation
Simply install BepInEx then extract VOnline.dll to the plugin directory. No further configuration is required.
Usage
Please note that Valheim Online is in early testing. Expect some bugs and teething issues. Back up your local characters before using Valheim Online.
To play, simply create a local character then connect to a compatible Valheim Online server. Please note that single player or local multiplayer is disabled while Valheim Online is active. A dedicated server is required to host.
When connecting to a server, Valheim Online will use the customization (hair/skin/beard and name) of the currently selected local character. All other data will be sent by the server on login. This means that a player may only have one character in their server vault at any time, though they may freely change their character's name and appearance at will.
Advanced
Server Configuration
The server configuration file can be found at <BepInEx/plugins/config/Aluviel. VOnline.cfg>.
Valheim online stores characters in a server vault which is indexed by player Steam ID. The file format of stored character matches the file format of the live game - it is possible for server administrators to manually modify or swap characters or test them locally.
Safe zones can be specified inside an external file. The default path to this file is <ValheimSaveLocation/safe_zones.txt>. If this file does not exist at startup, it will be generated and populated with a default safe zone around the world origin. It looks like this:
# format: name x z radius
DefaultSpawnSafeZone 0. 0 0. 0 50. 0
Technical details - Server-side Characters
Valheim Online accomplishes server-side character support by enforcing that the client loads a specific character, then periodically requesting updates about the character from the client, which it then saves. This model is inherently client-trusting and thus insecure - as is Valheim's communication model. We aim to improve
Valheim Online adds server-side characters and other essential features to create a persistent multiplayer world. With 53 endorsements and 1,208 downloads, it's a niche mod for players seeking a more immersive co-op experience. Last updated in March 2021, it may not be compatible with the latest game version.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tackles a real issue: server-side characters mean your progress isn't tied to your local save.
- Small but active community (53 endorsements) — these players are dedicated to persistent worlds.
- Lightweight mod that focuses on core multiplayer improvements without bloating your game.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in March 2021 — likely broken with current Valheim patches, so check compatibility before installing.
- Low endorsement count (53) suggests it's not widely tested or supported.
- No documentation or install instructions provided by the author — you're on your own for setup.
For Valheim players who run dedicated servers and want a more persistent world where characters live on the server, not just locally. If you're tired of losing progress when the host logs off, this mod aims to fix that. Skip if you play solo or only with friends on a casual basis — this is for serious multiplayer communities.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2021, back up your server files before installing and test on a separate world first.
- Make sure all players on your server have the mod installed to avoid desync issues.
- Check the mod's page for any patches or community fixes if you're on a newer Valheim version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- Valheim Online
- Version
- v0.1
- Downloads
- 1,208
- Endorsements
- 53
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 3/13/2021
- Updated
- 3/13/2021
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