Squad Server Layer and Map Rotation
Configure your Squad server's map rotation using LayerRotation.cfg. Layers combine a map, game mode, and version — e.g. AlBasrah_AAS_v1. Covers layer name format, optional faction assignment, and RANDOM settings.
Squad Layer and Map Rotation
In Squad, a layer combines a map, game mode, and version into a single entry. The file controlling rotation is LayerRotation.cfg.
LayerRotation.cfg Location
SquadGame/ServerConfig/LayerRotation.cfg
One layer per line. Stop the server before editing.
Layer Name Format
MapName_GameMode_vVersion [Optional_Faction1 Optional_Faction2]
Examples:
AlBasrah_AAS_v1
AlBasrah_RAAS_v1 CAF RGF
Fallujah_Invasion_v1
Yehorivka_RAAS_v2
Narva_Skirmish_v1
Sumari_Skirmish_v1
- If you omit factions, the game picks default factions for that layer
- Factions are separated by a space (not underscore)
- All factions must be valid for that layer version
Game Modes
| Code | Mode | Description |
|---|---|---|
AAS |
Advance and Secure | Standard objective push/pull |
RAAS |
Random AAS | Randomized flag chains each round |
Invasion |
Invasion | Attackers push through defender positions |
Skirmish |
Skirmish | Smaller player count, faster matches |
TC |
Territory Control | Territory-based scoring |
Seed |
Seeding | Low-player-count mode for server population |
Training |
Training | Bot-based training mode |
Example Rotation
AlBasrah_AAS_v1
AlBasrah_RAAS_v1
Fallujah_AAS_v1
Fallujah_Invasion_v1
Yehorivka_RAAS_v2
Narva_AAS_v2
Narva_RAAS_v1
Sumari_Skirmish_v1
Gorodok_RAAS_v1
RANDOM Launch Parameter
Control rotation order via the launch parameter:
| Value | Behavior |
|---|---|
RANDOM=NONE |
Play layers in order from top to bottom |
RANDOM=FIRST |
Start at a random layer, then continue in order |
RANDOM=TRUE |
Fully random each round |
Set in your launch command:
./SquadGameServer.sh Port=7787 QueryPort=27165 FIXEDMAXPLAYERS=80 RANDOM=NONE -log
Modded Layers (Steam Workshop)
Workshop mod layers are added exactly like normal layers:
Forts_AlBasrah
Forts_Falluja
The mod must be installed on the server (see the Squad mods article). Players without the mod are prompted to download it on connect.
Seeding Layers
For seeding (building up player count), use Skirmish or Seed mode layers:
Sumari_Skirmish_v1
Narva_Skirmish_v1
AlBasrah_Seed_v1
Many servers use a separate seeding rotation that automatically switches to the main rotation once enough players join.