How to Enable DLC Content on your RedM Server

RedM

Feb 15, 2026

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RedM allows you to enforce a specific game build, which determines what DLC content your server can use, including maps, clothing, weapons, and mission content.

By setting a game build, all players connecting to your server will load the same DLC version, preventing compatibility issues and unlocking additional features.

#Available Game Builds

Below is a list of commonly used RedM game builds and what they include:

Build ID	Description
1311	Mid-2020 update (Not compatible with Red Dead Online licenses)
1355	December 2020 update (Compatible with newer RDO editions)
1436	July 2021 update — includes Blood Money DLC content
1491	September 2022 update — minor additions and adjustments

Tip

Most servers use build 1436 for maximum compatibility while still supporting newer DLC content.

#Activating your DLC Content in txAdmin

Go to your Shockbyte Control Panel.
Launch txAdmin.
Navigate to the CFG Editor area and add the line: sv_enforceGameBuild followed by your desired build. For example: sv_enforceGameBuild 1491.
Click Save File at the bottom of the page.
Restart your server to allow for the changes to take affect.

#Troubleshooting

Players cannot connect:

Ensure players have updated their game
Try a slightly older build (e.g. 1355)

DLC content not appearing:

Confirm the build supports that DLC
Restart the server after editing the config
Make sure the line is not duplicated in the server.cfg

Server starts but scripts break:

Some scripts require specific builds — check script compatibility

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