Skip to main content

Technical Plugin Architecture

RocketMod (alongside its modernized successor, OpenMod) is the essential technical foundation for high-quality Unturned community servers. It functions as a lightweight abstraction layer that enables the execution of specialized .dll plugins, allowing administrators to implement features such as complex Economy systems, Home/TPA teleports, and granular Permission Groups. Without this framework, your server is restricted to the game’s basic survival commands. The FREAKHOSTING platform provides an automated deployment method to ensure your server is correctly patched for high-performance modding.

Difficulty

Beginner

Time

10 Minutes

Technical Deployment Workflow

Follow these steps to initialize the RocketMod environment on your server.
1

Access Startup Settings

Log in to the Game Panel and navigate to the Startup tab.
2

Authorize the Framework

Locate the Modding / RocketMod environment variable. Set the toggle to Enabled (or input 1 depending on your interface version).
3

Initialize Automated Patching

Return to the Console and click Restart. During the boot sequence, our system will programmatically retrieve the latest framework binaries and generate the required directory structure.

Strategic Directory Organization

Once the framework is active, a new management hub will manifest within your server’s root directory: /Servers/Default/Rocket/.
  • /Plugins/: The primary repository for your modification logic. This is where you upload your .dll plugin files.
  • /Libraries/: A directory for shared dependencies required by sophisticated plugins (e.g., database drivers).
  • Permissions.config.xml: The master registry for managing Ranks and Command Access.

Decision Matrix: RocketMod vs. OpenMod

AttributeRocketMod 4OpenMod
StabilityIndustry StandardModern / High
Plugin EcosystemMassive (99% of community mods).Growing (Proprietary format).
PerformanceOptimizedSuperior Multi-threading

Need Extra Help?

If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist:

Save on Your Hosting

Ready to get a new server? Use code KB20 at checkout for 20% off your first month!

Last Updated: January 2026 | Unturned: RocketMod active.