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Arma Reforger: Getting Started

 

Arma Reforger is a tactical military simulation game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. It serves as a tech showcase and spiritual successor to Arma 3, and more importantly, as a testing ground for the upcoming Arma 4. Built on Bohemia’s new Enfusion engine, Reforger aims to deliver improved graphics, better performance, and more flexible modding support.

 

Initial Server Setup

 

On the first boot, your server will begin installing the core files required to run. This process can take up to 10 minutes to complete. During this time, avoid stopping or attempting to restart the server.

You can configure your server settings while the installation is ongoing. Once the installation finishes, the server will automatically start with the settings you have applied. However, it is highly recommended to fully configure your server first and then shut it down completely before you begin making it public.

 

Navigating the Control Panel

 

We use the AMP control panel by CubeCoders to manage our game servers.

  1. Upon logging into the control panel, you will see a dashboard listing all of your available server instances.

  2. To begin managing your server, find it in the list and click the “Manage” button.

This will take you to the main status page for your server, which provides a basic overview of server stats, resource usage, and the primary controls to Start, Stop, and Restart your server.

Note: There may be a bug with the "Connection Info" displayed on this page. Your server should be visible in the in-game server browser. If you need the direct IP address, it was provided during setup or can be found in the server's configuration file via the File Manager.

 

Basic Server Configuration

 

  1. From the server management page, navigate to Configuration > Arma Reforger Server Settings in the left-hand menu.

  2. On this page, you can configure everything from your server's name to advanced startup flags.

At a minimum, we recommend configuring the following settings:

  • Server Name: The name that will appear in the public server browser.

  • Scenario: The game mode or mission the server will run.

  • Server Password: Set this if you want to make your server private.

  • Admin Password: A password is randomly generated on creation, but we advise setting a more user-friendly one.

  • Supported Cross Platform: Choose PC and Xbox or PC only. If you plan to use mods, select one of these options, as mods are not currently supported on PlayStation.

 

Arma Reforger: Mod Loader

 

Mods allow you to build a fully custom experience for your players. This guide will walk you through setting them up.

 

Accessing the Mod Loader

 

The mod loader can be found within your server's control panel under Configuration > Arma Reforger. It is located about halfway down the list of options.

You will be pasting a JSON code block into the "Load Mods" text area. This JSON contains the name and ID for each mod you want the server to run.

 

Building Your Mod List (JSON)

 

Manually creating the JSON file can be difficult. We recommend using the RGH JSON Editor to simplify the process: Link: https://json.robotsgaminghub.com

This tool is specifically designed to help build a working JSON mod list for Arma Reforger servers.

  1. Use the search bar or browse the pages to find the mods you want to add.

  2. Click the “Add” button for each mod you wish to include. The mods will be added to a list at the bottom of the page.

  3. Once you have selected all your mods, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the “Copy JSON” button.

  4. Return to your server control panel and paste the copied JSON into the “Load Mods” text area.

  5. Restart your server. The mods will be automatically downloaded and loaded.

 

Using a Modded Map

 

If you are using a modded map, there is an extra step:

  1. On the RGH JSON Editor website, find your map mod and click “View”.

  2. Go to the “Scenarios” tab and copy the scenario name string.

  3. In your server control panel, go to Configuration > Arma Reforger Server Settings.

  4. Set the “Server Mission/Scenario” dropdown to Custom.

  5. Paste the scenario name you copied into the “Custom Mission/Scenario Name” field that appears.

  6. Restart your server.

If you have any issues, please open a support ticket in our Discord or send an email to support@hendrixservices.us.

 

Arma Reforger: Troubleshooting Mod Issues

 

Arma can be sensitive to mod-related issues, especially since the Enfusion engine is still in development. This guide covers common problems and how to troubleshoot them.

 

Basic Troubleshooting Steps

 

Before diving deeper, always start with these questions:

  • Is it a user error? Did you make a typo or a configuration error when adding or removing mods? Retrace your steps. Reverting your last change is often the quickest way to check.

  • Is a specific mod broken? Check the server console for new error messages. Errors are not uncommon with community-made mods.

  • Are mods conflicting? If a mod works by itself but not with others, it’s likely a conflict. Avoid using multiple mods that try to modify the same game feature. Try removing recently added mods one by one.

  • Is the base game/server broken? Try running the server without any mods. You can also run the "Update" function in the control panel, which can help repair corrupted game and mod files.

If you're still stuck, review the common error examples below or contact support.

 

Example 1: Mod Download/Corruption Issues

 

If you see errors like this in your console, it typically points to a problem with downloading mods from the workshop or a corrupted mod file on the server.

18:25:31.390 BACKEND   (E): Fragmentizer: Can't load manifest file '$profile:../addons/EveronEvolvedPVENATO_650427359D740053/resourceDatabase.rdb_1.0.12_manifest.json'
18:25:31.390 BACKEND   (E): Fragmentizer: Can't load manifest file '$profile:../addons/WW2_Bicycle_62B4A8E40D31F94B/data.pak_1.0.0_manifest.json'
18:25:31.390 BACKEND   (E): Failed to fetch addon details from workshop API! Repeat later or try different mods.
18:25:31.589 ENGINE    (E): Unable to initialize

Causes & Solutions:

  • Corrupted Mod Files: This can happen if the server is force-stopped while downloading mods.

    • Solution: Navigate to File Manager > AReforgerMaster > addons. This folder contains all downloaded mods. You can either try to identify and delete the specific mod causing the issue or delete the entire addons folder. The folder will be re-created, and all mods will be re-downloaded the next time you start the server.

  • Too Many Dependencies: A single mod with a large number of dependencies (e.g., 20+) can sometimes overload the server's network connection during download, causing failures.

    • Solution: If you suspect this is the case, it's best to clear your mod list and re-add mods in smaller batches to identify the culprit.

 

Example 2: Inconsistent Item Table / Crashing

 

This error often indicates that a broken or conflicting mod is causing entities to load incorrectly, leading to a server crash.

16:38:18.821  RPL       (E): IReplication::JIPError: Inconsistent item table on Slave connection. Item is missing or different item was loaded in its place. (con=0x0)
16:38:18.853  RPL       (E): IReplication::JIPError: Terminating connection. (identity=0x00000000)

Solution: This error is almost always caused by a specific mod. The best approach is to disable your mods and re-enable them one by one (or in small groups) until you find the one causing the crash.

 

Arma Reforger: Scheduler

 

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Arma Reforger: Analytics

 

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Arma Reforger: Backups

 

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