Can I run the TestSteamRefreshItems command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat TestSteamRefreshItems 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.

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

The syntax is cheat TestSteamRefreshItems. 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.

Which game is the TestSteamRefreshItems from?

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

When was the TestSteamRefreshItems data last updated?

The TestSteamRefreshItems 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.

How do I enable admin commands to run TestSteamRefreshItems?

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

ARK · COMMAND

TestSteamRefreshItems

Command

A cheat command that triggers a refresh of Steam-sourced cosmetic items on the server.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat TestSteamRefreshItems

About

TestSteamRefreshItems forces the server to reload and synchronize cosmetic items that come from Steam integration. This is useful when testing cosmetic item behavior or after modifying Steam-related configurations without restarting the entire server.

Run this command from the admin console only. It requires cheat mode to be enabled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run the TestSteamRefreshItems command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat TestSteamRefreshItems 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.
What is the TestSteamRefreshItems used for?: TestSteamRefreshItems forces the server to reload and synchronize cosmetic items that come from Steam integration. This is useful when testing cosmetic item behavior or after modifying Steam-related configurations without restarting the entire server.
How do I use the TestSteamRefreshItems command in ARK: Survival Ascended?: The syntax is cheat TestSteamRefreshItems. 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.
Which game is the TestSteamRefreshItems from?: The TestSteamRefreshItems is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.
What is TestSteamRefreshItems in ARK: Survival Ascended?: A cheat command that triggers a refresh of Steam-sourced cosmetic items on the server.
When was the TestSteamRefreshItems data last updated?: The TestSteamRefreshItems 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.
How do I enable admin commands to run TestSteamRefreshItems?: 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 TestSteamRefreshItems. Without admin access the console rejects it.