How to Update a SkyFactory 4 Server Safely
SkyFactory 4 updates are usually low-risk, but the resource world (RWG) dimension and per-island automation are the two things worth checking carefully. Backup first, update cleanly, verify before reopening.
Start with a restore point
Back up the world before updating, including each active player's island.
Refresh the pack cleanly
- Use the exact new SkyFactory 4 version.
- Match Forge to the version the modpack specifies.
- Avoid carrying over a hand-edited resource-world config blindly — check it still matches the new release's expectations.
Verify before you reopen the server
Confirm each active island's automation resumes and the resource world still generates correctly before inviting players back.
FAQ
Is updating SkyFactory 4 generally risky?+
Less than most tech packs, but the resource world config and per-island automation are worth checking specifically after an update.
What should I back up?+
The full world, including every active player's island.
What do I verify after updating?+
That the resource world still generates correctly and existing island automation resumes without errors.
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