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On a FREAKHOSTING SCP: Secret Laboratory server, the EXILED version is set by the Exiled Version variable on Startup (latest by default), and Exiled Pre-Releases adds test versions. The game itself is updated through SteamCMD, and Beta Branch picks a Steam beta. EXILED is installed by the installation script, so after changing these, back up and use Reinstall in Settings.

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Before you start

  • Make a backup. Reinstalling re-runs the installation script, and the panel warns that some files may be deleted or changed.
  • Check that your plugins support the new EXILED version.
  • Startup variables are explained in startup variables.

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What do the Startup variables do?

The Startup Command (./LocalAdmin with your port) and the Docker Image are read only.
SCP: Secret Laboratory Startup page with the Exiled Version, Exiled Pre-Releases and Beta Branch variables

Exiled Version, Exiled Pre-Releases and Beta Branch on the Startup page

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How to change the EXILED version

1

Back up your server

Make a backup, and download your .config folder or at least config_gameplay.txt, config_remoteadmin.txt and .config/EXILED/Configs/ to your PC.
2

Set Exiled Version

Click Startup. Leave Exiled Version on latest for the newest release, or enter the version your plugins need.
3

Choose pre-releases

Turn Exiled Pre-Releases on only if you want test versions. Leave it off for a public server.
4

Reinstall

Open Settings, click Reinstall Server and confirm. The server stops and the installation script runs again with your new values.
5

Check and start

Check that your plugins and config files are still there; restore them from your copy if needed. Then start the server and watch the console for errors.

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How to update the game

When the server starts, the console shows SteamCMD checking SCP:SL’s dedicated server (Steam app 996560), for example Success! App '996560' already up to date. Restart the server after a game update is released. If plugins break after a game update, update them and EXILED to versions made for the new game version.

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How to use a beta branch

Enter the branch name in Beta Branch, then reinstall as above. To go back to the normal version, empty Beta Branch and reinstall again. Players need a game version that matches the server to join.

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Frequently asked questions

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Which EXILED version is on my server?

The one set in Exiled Version when the server was last installed. With latest, that is the newest release at that time.

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Will a reinstall delete my configs?

The panel warns that some files may be deleted or changed during a reinstall. Always back up first and keep a copy of your config files.

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Why does my server not start after a game update?

Usually a plugin or EXILED is not yet updated for the new game version. Remove plugins one by one, or update EXILED, then try again. See connection and start errors.

SCP:SL server guide

Every SCP:SL page in one place.

Install EXILED plugins

Upload and configure plugins.

Connection and start errors

Fix start problems.

Settings and reinstall

The Reinstall card.

Backups

Make and restore backups.
Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 3 November 2026 (SCP: Secret Laboratory dedicated server with EXILED). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

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Last Updated: November 2026