# How to change the game mode on your Soulmask Server

#### Changing Your Soulmask Server Game Mode

You can configure the game mode for your *Soulmask* server by updating the settings in your server control panel. Follow these steps to switch between **PVE** (default) and **PVP** modes:

1. **Stop the Server**
   * Access your server control panel and stop the server.
2. **Navigate to Startup Settings**
   * Go to the **Startup** tab on your control panel.
3. **Find "Extra Arguments"**
   * Locate the field labeled **Extra Arguments**.
4. **Choose the Game Mode**
   * Select the desired game mode by adding one of the following arguments:
     * **PVE (Default)**: Players cannot attack each other. Add: `-pve`
     * **PVP**: Players can engage in combat with one another. Add: `-pvp`
5. **Save and Restart**
   * After making your changes, save the settings and restart the server to apply the new game mode.