What arguments does the SetGlobalPause command take?

The SetGlobalPause command takes one argument: true/false type: boolean. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.

How do I use the SetGlobalPause command in ARK: Survival Ascended?

The syntax is cheat SetGlobalPause . Open the admin console, paste it, replace any with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

How do I enable admin commands to run SetGlobalPause?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats first, then run cheat SetGlobalPause . Without admin access the console rejects it.

How current is the SetGlobalPause info?

The SetGlobalPause entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.

Can I run the SetGlobalPause command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat SetGlobalPause through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

Which game is the SetGlobalPause from?

The SetGlobalPause is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

ARK · COMMAND

SetGlobalPause

Command

Pauses or unpauses the entire game server; useful for stopping all activity during maintenance or events.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat SetGlobalPause <True/False>

Arguments

true/false type: boolean: Specify 'true' to pause the game, or 'false' to unpause the game.

About

SetGlobalPause halts all game logic and creature/player movement when enabled. Pass true to pause the server or false to resume.

Use this to freeze the server during administrative tasks, event setup, or to give yourself lag-free time to inspect the world. All players experience the pause simultaneously, they cannot move, attack, or gather resources while it is active.

This command is cheat-enabled and runs from the console. It does not require a server restart to take effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

What arguments does the SetGlobalPause command take?: The SetGlobalPause command takes one argument: true/false type: boolean. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
How do I use the SetGlobalPause command in ARK: Survival Ascended?: The syntax is cheat SetGlobalPause <True/False>. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any <placeholders> with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.
How do I enable admin commands to run SetGlobalPause?: In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run cheat SetGlobalPause <True/False>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
How current is the SetGlobalPause info?: The SetGlobalPause entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.
What is the SetGlobalPause?: Pauses or unpauses the entire game server; useful for stopping all activity during maintenance or events.
What is the SetGlobalPause used for?: SetGlobalPause halts all game logic and creature/player movement when enabled. Pass true to pause the server or false to resume.
Can I run the SetGlobalPause command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat SetGlobalPause <True/False> through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.
Which game is the SetGlobalPause from?: The SetGlobalPause is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.