[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69

patrik69 · May 5, 2026

ArtykWolf said:
1- check for incorrect connection strings, firewall restrictions, or stopped SQL services.

2- Quick check with a powershell:

Code:

sqlcmd -S .\VINDICTUS -U sa -P YOUR_DB_PASSWORD -C -Q "SELECT 1"

You should see:

3- Also try connection check to db:

Code:

Test-NetConnection -ComputerName 127.0.0.1 -Port 1433

You should see:

4- Try to check if Instance is running:

Code:

Get-Service -Name "MSSQL`$VINDICTUS"

Should display:

5- Last check:
Open services.msc > Look for "Remote Control Client Service" & "Remote Control Server Service" and make sure both are "running"

Think ill leave this for the big boys, im too stupid for this xD Thanks for the help anyways <3

ArtykWolf · May 5, 2026

patrik69 said:
Think ill leave this for the big boys, im too stupid for this xD Thanks for the help anyways <3

Just copy and past that into any AI and it will guide you step by step haha. You can do it my boy!

ArtykWolf · May 6, 2026

Please check my new release patrik69

All-in-One Server and Client Setup Script + Server Files

May 6, 2026

One Click Setup Script for Vindictus Private Server

Hello my fellow RageZoners!

I put together a PowerShell script that automates the entire Vindictus private server setup process — from installing dependencies to configuring databases and starting services. No more following guides and hoping you didn't miss a checkbox or field somewhere.

This is a lite version (only server!), client is not included, that means PvP is not working out of the box.
Good news, you can add client with srcds.exe and make the pvp arena work, tho, keep in mind, PvP doesnt work in VMs...

Kaleschky · May 8, 2026

I did not know this was a thing, played Vindictus back when , but now I dont have that much time to play.
Thanks for making this.

kiwisoda · May 10, 2026

Zentsuken · May 12, 2026

Thanks!

poteto · May 16, 2026

ArtykWolf said:
[Hidden content]

Server Setup Guide(EU/TW/US)

Server-Client Files:

[Hidden content]

Prerequisites

Before starting, download and install the following in your server:

SQL Server Express -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Choose "Custom" installation)

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Core components only)

XAMPP -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For web server)

DB Browser for SQLite -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For editing .db3 files, also needed in client)

Visual C++ Redistributables 2012 -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(both x86 & x64)

USING MY VM:

Time Required: 0.5-1 hour | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Vindictus Private Server - Quick Setup (Pre-configured VM)

For use with the pre-configured VM image. Only IP changes required.
This configuration is for GUEST (VM SERVER) and HOST (CLIENT GAME) are in the same PC

Before You Start

Get your local IP address. We'll call this YOUR_IP.

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

SERVER (VM)

[Hidden content]

FROM SCRATCH WITH MY FILES:

Time Required: 2-3 hours | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Important: Get Your Server IP Address

You will need your LAN IP address throughout this guide. Remember it!.

To find it:

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

Note: When speaking of IPs I will refer to LOCALHOST (127.0.0.1), LAN(e.g., 192.168.1.200) or WAN(e.g., 142.7.123.34).

[Hidden content]

Extras and Fixes:

(thx j84c3)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 21, 2026

[RELEASE] WhisperChat Fix - Services & Wcf Logic

Hey everyone,

Regarding the chat issues mentioned recently, I’ve spent some time digging into the services and I’ve got a fix for the WhisperChat.
After spending several days digging into how the services interact and using Claude-AI to help me refine the code, I’ve finally managed to fix the Whisper chat functionality.
I’ve attached an archive containing the 4 files required for the fix. Inside, you’ll also find two PDF guides (one in Italian, one in English).

What’s inside the guides:

Part 1: A...

j84c3

(thx memvoicam)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 17, 2026

j84c3 said:

Huge thanks for sharing your files and the server!
I managed to get everything up and running and it plays like a dream. I’d tried some other files before but had a lot of issues with the Crossbow Kai—super glad to see that the Kai is actually fixed in your version!

I also set up the client/server via TailScale, so I’m already playing with some friends remotely.

Just had a quick question about this build:
The only chat that works is "ALL" Whenever I try to use Party or Whisper, the game just completely freezes up on me.

Anyone have a fix for this?

Click to expand...

SET Feature Table like this...

memvoicam

(thx extazy20)

Post in thread 'How change server rate?'

Mar 29, 2021

Open heroes db, load FeutureMatrix table, change fields called:
ExpRate_Combat
ExpRate_Monster
ExpRate_Story
GoldRate_Combat
GoldRate_Story
APRate_Combat
APRate_Story

extazy20

Troubleshooting

Enable SQL Server Authentication mode in SSMS (Server Properties > Security)

Verify SA password matches config files

Enable the SA account: Security > Logins > sa > Properties > Status > Login: Enabled

Verify SQL Server service is running

Check TCP/IP is enabled in SQL Configuration Manager

Confirm port 1433 is set in IPAll

Run the PowerShell commands in Step 8.

Verify EndPoint.txt file is configured with LAN/WAN ip

Verify hosts file is configured correctly on client

Check Windows Firewall isn't blocking connections

Confirm IP is correct in all config files

Guide compiled by ArtykWolf. Based on community contributions and my own.

Enjoy your server!

THX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rainbow45 · May 16, 2026

ArtykWolf said:
[Hidden content]

Server Setup Guide(EU/TW/US)

Server-Client Files:

[Hidden content]

Prerequisites

Before starting, download and install the following in your server:

SQL Server Express -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Choose "Custom" installation)

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Core components only)

XAMPP -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For web server)

DB Browser for SQLite -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For editing .db3 files, also needed in client)

Visual C++ Redistributables 2012 -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(both x86 & x64)

USING MY VM:

Time Required: 0.5-1 hour | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Vindictus Private Server - Quick Setup (Pre-configured VM)

For use with the pre-configured VM image. Only IP changes required.
This configuration is for GUEST (VM SERVER) and HOST (CLIENT GAME) are in the same PC

Before You Start

Get your local IP address. We'll call this YOUR_IP.

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

SERVER (VM)

[Hidden content]

FROM SCRATCH WITH MY FILES:

Time Required: 2-3 hours | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Important: Get Your Server IP Address

You will need your LAN IP address throughout this guide. Remember it!.

To find it:

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

Note: When speaking of IPs I will refer to LOCALHOST (127.0.0.1), LAN(e.g., 192.168.1.200) or WAN(e.g., 142.7.123.34).

[Hidden content]

Extras and Fixes:

(thx j84c3)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 21, 2026

[RELEASE] WhisperChat Fix - Services & Wcf Logic

Hey everyone,

Regarding the chat issues mentioned recently, I’ve spent some time digging into the services and I’ve got a fix for the WhisperChat.
After spending several days digging into how the services interact and using Claude-AI to help me refine the code, I’ve finally managed to fix the Whisper chat functionality.
I’ve attached an archive containing the 4 files required for the fix. Inside, you’ll also find two PDF guides (one in Italian, one in English).

What’s inside the guides:

Part 1: A...

j84c3

(thx memvoicam)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 17, 2026

j84c3 said:

Huge thanks for sharing your files and the server!
I managed to get everything up and running and it plays like a dream. I’d tried some other files before but had a lot of issues with the Crossbow Kai—super glad to see that the Kai is actually fixed in your version!

I also set up the client/server via TailScale, so I’m already playing with some friends remotely.

Just had a quick question about this build:
The only chat that works is "ALL" Whenever I try to use Party or Whisper, the game just completely freezes up on me.

Anyone have a fix for this?

Click to expand...

SET Feature Table like this...

memvoicam

(thx extazy20)

Post in thread 'How change server rate?'

Mar 29, 2021

Open heroes db, load FeutureMatrix table, change fields called:
ExpRate_Combat
ExpRate_Monster
ExpRate_Story
GoldRate_Combat
GoldRate_Story
APRate_Combat
APRate_Story

extazy20

Troubleshooting

Enable SQL Server Authentication mode in SSMS (Server Properties > Security)

Verify SA password matches config files

Enable the SA account: Security > Logins > sa > Properties > Status > Login: Enabled

Verify SQL Server service is running

Check TCP/IP is enabled in SQL Configuration Manager

Confirm port 1433 is set in IPAll

Run the PowerShell commands in Step 8.

Verify EndPoint.txt file is configured with LAN/WAN ip

Verify hosts file is configured correctly on client

Check Windows Firewall isn't blocking connections

Confirm IP is correct in all config files

Guide compiled by ArtykWolf. Based on community contributions and my own.

Enjoy your server!

ty

EmptyVodka · May 17, 2026

ArtykWolf said:
[Hidden content]

Server Setup Guide(EU/TW/US)

Server-Client Files:

[Hidden content]

Prerequisites

Before starting, download and install the following in your server:

SQL Server Express -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Choose "Custom" installation)

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Core components only)

XAMPP -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For web server)

DB Browser for SQLite -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For editing .db3 files, also needed in client)

Visual C++ Redistributables 2012 -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(both x86 & x64)

USING MY VM:

Time Required: 0.5-1 hour | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Vindictus Private Server - Quick Setup (Pre-configured VM)

For use with the pre-configured VM image. Only IP changes required.
This configuration is for GUEST (VM SERVER) and HOST (CLIENT GAME) are in the same PC

Before You Start

Get your local IP address. We'll call this YOUR_IP.

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

SERVER (VM)

[Hidden content]

FROM SCRATCH WITH MY FILES:

Time Required: 2-3 hours | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Important: Get Your Server IP Address

You will need your LAN IP address throughout this guide. Remember it!.

To find it:

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

Note: When speaking of IPs I will refer to LOCALHOST (127.0.0.1), LAN(e.g., 192.168.1.200) or WAN(e.g., 142.7.123.34).

[Hidden content]

Extras and Fixes:

(thx j84c3)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 21, 2026

[RELEASE] WhisperChat Fix - Services & Wcf Logic

Hey everyone,

Regarding the chat issues mentioned recently, I’ve spent some time digging into the services and I’ve got a fix for the WhisperChat.
After spending several days digging into how the services interact and using Claude-AI to help me refine the code, I’ve finally managed to fix the Whisper chat functionality.
I’ve attached an archive containing the 4 files required for the fix. Inside, you’ll also find two PDF guides (one in Italian, one in English).

What’s inside the guides:

Part 1: A...

j84c3

(thx memvoicam)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 17, 2026

j84c3 said:

Huge thanks for sharing your files and the server!
I managed to get everything up and running and it plays like a dream. I’d tried some other files before but had a lot of issues with the Crossbow Kai—super glad to see that the Kai is actually fixed in your version!

I also set up the client/server via TailScale, so I’m already playing with some friends remotely.

Just had a quick question about this build:
The only chat that works is "ALL" Whenever I try to use Party or Whisper, the game just completely freezes up on me.

Anyone have a fix for this?

Click to expand...

SET Feature Table like this...

memvoicam

(thx extazy20)

Post in thread 'How change server rate?'

Mar 29, 2021

Open heroes db, load FeutureMatrix table, change fields called:
ExpRate_Combat
ExpRate_Monster
ExpRate_Story
GoldRate_Combat
GoldRate_Story
APRate_Combat
APRate_Story

extazy20

Troubleshooting

Enable SQL Server Authentication mode in SSMS (Server Properties > Security)

Verify SA password matches config files

Enable the SA account: Security > Logins > sa > Properties > Status > Login: Enabled

Verify SQL Server service is running

Check TCP/IP is enabled in SQL Configuration Manager

Confirm port 1433 is set in IPAll

Run the PowerShell commands in Step 8.

Verify EndPoint.txt file is configured with LAN/WAN ip

Verify hosts file is configured correctly on client

Check Windows Firewall isn't blocking connections

Confirm IP is correct in all config files

Guide compiled by ArtykWolf. Based on community contributions and my own.

Enjoy your server!

thanks

ArtykWolf said:
[Hidden content]

Server Setup Guide(EU/TW/US)

Server-Client Files:

[Hidden content]

Prerequisites

Before starting, download and install the following in your server:

SQL Server Express -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Choose "Custom" installation)

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(Core components only)

XAMPP -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For web server)

DB Browser for SQLite -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(For editing .db3 files, also needed in client)

Visual C++ Redistributables 2012 -
To view the content, you need to sign in or register
(both x86 & x64)

USING MY VM:

Time Required: 0.5-1 hour | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Vindictus Private Server - Quick Setup (Pre-configured VM)

For use with the pre-configured VM image. Only IP changes required.
This configuration is for GUEST (VM SERVER) and HOST (CLIENT GAME) are in the same PC

Before You Start

Get your local IP address. We'll call this YOUR_IP.

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

SERVER (VM)

[Hidden content]

FROM SCRATCH WITH MY FILES:

Time Required: 2-3 hours | Tested On: Windows 10 Pro

Important: Get Your Server IP Address

You will need your LAN IP address throughout this guide. Remember it!.

To find it:

Open Command Prompt

Type ipconfig

Look for IPv4 Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

Note: When speaking of IPs I will refer to LOCALHOST (127.0.0.1), LAN(e.g., 192.168.1.200) or WAN(e.g., 142.7.123.34).

[Hidden content]

Extras and Fixes:

(thx j84c3)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 21, 2026

[RELEASE] WhisperChat Fix - Services & Wcf Logic

Hey everyone,

Regarding the chat issues mentioned recently, I’ve spent some time digging into the services and I’ve got a fix for the WhisperChat.
After spending several days digging into how the services interact and using Claude-AI to help me refine the code, I’ve finally managed to fix the Whisper chat functionality.
I’ve attached an archive containing the 4 files required for the fix. Inside, you’ll also find two PDF guides (one in Italian, one in English).

What’s inside the guides:

Part 1: A...

j84c3

(thx memvoicam)

Post in thread '[TUTORIAL] Setup Server and Client EU 1.69'

Mar 17, 2026

j84c3 said:

Huge thanks for sharing your files and the server!
I managed to get everything up and running and it plays like a dream. I’d tried some other files before but had a lot of issues with the Crossbow Kai—super glad to see that the Kai is actually fixed in your version!

I also set up the client/server via TailScale, so I’m already playing with some friends remotely.

Just had a quick question about this build:
The only chat that works is "ALL" Whenever I try to use Party or Whisper, the game just completely freezes up on me.

Anyone have a fix for this?

Click to expand...

SET Feature Table like this...

memvoicam

(thx extazy20)

Post in thread 'How change server rate?'

Mar 29, 2021

Open heroes db, load FeutureMatrix table, change fields called:
ExpRate_Combat
ExpRate_Monster
ExpRate_Story
GoldRate_Combat
GoldRate_Story
APRate_Combat
APRate_Story

extazy20

Troubleshooting

Enable SQL Server Authentication mode in SSMS (Server Properties > Security)

Verify SA password matches config files

Enable the SA account: Security > Logins > sa > Properties > Status > Login: Enabled

Verify SQL Server service is running

Check TCP/IP is enabled in SQL Configuration Manager

Confirm port 1433 is set in IPAll

Run the PowerShell commands in Step 8.

Verify EndPoint.txt file is configured with LAN/WAN ip

Verify hosts file is configured correctly on client

Check Windows Firewall isn't blocking connections

Confirm IP is correct in all config files

Guide compiled by ArtykWolf. Based on community contributions and my own.

Enjoy your server!

thanks

chaoblamaan · May 18, 2026

Thanks for sharing this. I've been dying to play Vindictus again!

mokoMoe · May 19, 2026

chaoblamaan · May 19, 2026

Hey quick question, I'm trying to follow through the guide but I can't extract the files since the zipped files have passwords. I don't see any passwords listed on the initial post, would you be able to share what it is?

ArtykWolf · May 19, 2026

My files have no passwords.

If you are tring to use "extra stuff" they are in passwords.txt or something like that.

chaoblamaan · May 19, 2026

Thanks for the fast reply!

namelesskink · May 20, 2026

lonelyorbit · May 21, 2026

thank you!

TheFancyDay · May 23, 2026

조아용

jk7060 · May 23, 2026

Thanks you so much for this tutorial

kyoshiro654 · May 23, 2026

Thanks for the fast reply!

repair24 · May 24, 2026

thanks!!

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