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title: "How to Manage the World on my RuneScape: Dragonwilds Server"
description: "Master your world with our guide on managing RuneScape: Dragonwilds saves. Learn how to effortlessly upload local progress, create custom worlds with unique rules, and set up automated backups using the Nodecraft Control Panel for a seamless hosting experience."
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updated: "2026-03-31T12:32:37.953Z"
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# How to Manage the World on my RuneScape: Dragonwilds Server

Master your world with our guide on managing RuneScape: Dragonwilds saves. Learn how to effortlessly upload local progress, create custom worlds with unique rules, and set up automated backups using the Nodecraft Control Panel for a seamless hosting experience.

By default, a RuneScape: Dragonwilds dedicated server looks for the most recent .sav file located in the `RSDragonwilds/Saved/Savegames` directory. If this folder is empty, the server will automatically generate a fresh "Standard" world using default configuration values.

Whether you want to bring your solo progress to your Nodecraft server or start a custom world with unique rules, follow the steps below.

## How to Upload an Existing World

If you’ve been playing locally and want to move your progress to your dedicated server, follow these steps:

1. **Stop your Server**: Ensure your Nodecraft server is completely powered down before making file changes.
2. **Backup Existing Data**: Navigate to `RSDragonwilds/Saved/Savegames` and move any existing files to a backup folder on your local machine.
3. **Clear the Save Folder**: Ensure the Savegames directory on the server is empty.
4. **Locate Local Saves**: On your computer, navigate to:

  `C:\Users\your_username\AppData\Local\RSDragonwilds\Saved\SaveGames`  
  *Note: The AppData folder is typically hidden in Windows. You can enable Show hidden files, folders, and drives by adjusting your File Explorer settings or press Windows + R and paste the following: *`%localappdata%\RSDragonwilds\Saved\SaveGames`* to access the folder directly.*
5. **Upload to Nodecraft**: Use the **Nodecraft File Manager** (or an FTP client) to upload your local .sav file into the server's `RSDragonwilds/Saved/Savegames` folder.
6. **Start Adventure**: Power on your server. Your world is now live!  
  ![A screenshot of the Nodecraft File Manager showing the directory structure for a RuneScape: Dragonwilds server. The file path RSDragonwilds/Saved/SaveGames is highlighted in a red box at the top, and a specific save file named World1.sav is highlighted in the file list on the right, displaying its file size and the most recent "Date Modified" timestamp.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/2560x1398/9aac2d69a0/rs-dragonwilds-saves.png/m/1000x0/smart)

## How to Create a Custom World

To use specific game rules (Creative, Custom, etc.) on your server, it is easiest to generate the world locally first.

1. **Launch the Game**: Run RuneScape: Dragonwilds on your PC via Steam.
2. **Generate the World**: Create a new world and select your desired settings.
3. **Initialize & Exit**: Enter the world briefly to ensure the file generates, then exit the game.
4. **Transfer the File**: Repeat the upload process mentioned above, moving the newly created .sav file from your local AppData folder to the server's Savegames directory in the Nodecraft control panel.

## Managing and Backing Up Your Saves

We recommend frequently backing up your world files to prevent data loss during game updates or major world changes.

- **Manual Backups**: Simply go to the Backups tab of your Nodecraft Control Panel and click Create Backup  
  ![The Nodecraft Control Panel for a RuneScape: Dragonwilds server. The interface shows the "Backups" tab, featuring a list of recent server saves with timestamps and file sizes. A prominent green "Create Backup" button is highlighted in the top right, and the sidebar menu includes options like "Manage Worlds," "File Manager," and "Automated Tasks."](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/2560x1398/30e09334ee/rs-dragonwilds-backups.png/m/1000x0/smart)
- **Automated Backups**: Nodecraft control panel comes with Automated Tasks, including automated backups. You can adjust the frequency and times of backups in your control panel by following our guide: [How to Create and Configure Automated Tasks. ](/support/knowledgebase/nodepanel/how-to-create-and-configure-automated-tasks)

## Conclusion

Managing your RuneScape: Dragonwilds world doesn't have to be a grind. Whether you're migrating a long-term solo save to your server or engineering a custom challenge with unique rules, the Nodecraft Control Panel provides the tools to keep your progress safe and your adventure running exactly how you want it.

With your world successfully uploaded and your automated backups in place, you’re all set to focus on what matters most—conquering the wilds!