Q&A: What will be the day 1 experience for Dedicated Servers?

Summary

The video script discusses the day one experience for dedicated server users, emphasizing that servers will update alongside the game release. The developer clarifies that dedicated servers do not lag in updates due to oversight but rather due to distribution processes on platforms like Steam and Epic. Extensive work has been done to improve dedicated server performance, and the team is confident in a positive user experience. Documentation for the HTTP service API is planned but not yet confirmed. The script also addresses third-party service providers, stating that they receive updates simultaneously with users and should promptly update their servers.

Takeaways

• 🔥 Dedicated servers will be 'on fire' and launch with the game, indicating an exciting and robust launch.
• 📄 There is a plan for documentation for the HTTP service API, although it hasn't been double-checked recently.
• 🎮 Dedicated servers will update with the game, aligning with the usual update process.
• 🕒 There might be a delay in dedicated servers appearing in the client due to distribution methods on Steam and Epic.
• 🛠️ The team has spent considerable time fixing issues with dedicated servers, aiming for a smooth experience.
• 📹 Videos have been created to address issues and improvements related to dedicated servers.
• 🔧 Further work on dedicated servers has been ongoing even after video creation.
• 💻 A significant portion of game testing is conducted on dedicated servers, ensuring quality and performance.
• 🌐 Dedicated servers will update simultaneously with the game, aiming for consistency.
• 🤷‍♂️ The update process for third-party dedicated server services is uncertain, as it depends on the service providers themselves.

Q & A

What is the day one experience expected for dedicated servers?

The dedicated servers will update with the game as it always does. The developer has spent a lot of time fixing issues and improving the experience, so they hope the day one experience will be good.

Will dedicated servers launch with the game?

Yes, dedicated servers will update at the same time as the game launch.

Is there documentation available for dedicated servers on day one?

The plan is to have documentation for the HTTP service API, but the speaker hasn't double-checked the latest status.

What is a common misconception about dedicated server updates?

A common misconception is that dedicated servers are not updated when the game updates. However, this is not true; it's related to how servers are distributed on platforms like Steam and Epic.

How do dedicated servers update, and why might they not appear immediately in the client?

Dedicated servers update through commands like 'steam command', but they might not immediately appear in the client due to distribution methods on platforms like Steam and Epic.

What has been done to improve dedicated servers since the last update?

The developer has worked on fixing issues and has created videos about dedicated servers. Even after these efforts, they have continued to work on improvements.

How much testing is done on dedicated servers?

A large chunk of the game testing is done purely on dedicated servers.

Will third-party services update their dedicated servers when the game updates to version 1.0?

The developer does not have control over third-party services. These services get access to the updates at the same time as the players, and it's up to them or the users to ensure the servers are updated.

What should users do if their dedicated server service provider does not update in time?

Users should reach out to their service provider and ask them to update the dedicated servers.

Are most service providers proactive about updating dedicated servers when a game updates?

Yes, most service providers are proactive and keep an eye on game updates to ensure their servers are up-to-date.

What is the general expectation for the dedicated server experience post-update?

The expectation is that the experience will be good, as significant efforts have been made to address issues and improve the dedicated server functionality.