Hytale Config.json Invalid: Fix Parse Errors
If the server fails to start or settings refuse to apply, the main cause is usually a malformed JSON file. Hytale uses JSON for both the main server config and world-specific configs.
Symptoms
| Symptom | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Server won’t boot | JSON parse error in config files |
| Settings ignored | Invalid or misplaced keys in config.json |
| World rules not applying | World-specific config.json is broken |
Where the Files Live
- Main config:
config/config.json - World config:
universe/worlds/world1/config.json
Step-by-Step Fix
- Back up your config files. Copy both config.json files before editing.
- Validate JSON. Run the file through a JSON validator to find missing commas or quotes.
- Revert to defaults. Move the broken config aside and restart the server to regenerate defaults.
- Re-apply changes carefully. Copy settings back in small batches and restart between edits.
- Check logs. Review
logs/hytale-server.logfor the exact line number of errors.
Tip: JSON does not allow trailing commas. A single extra comma will prevent the server from booting.
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