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Troubleshooting and Known Issues

This page is a player-facing troubleshooting reference for common Rimgate problems, using the same wording you see in-game wherever possible.

For optional patch integrations, see Compatibility Matrix.
For gate-specific flow, see Gate Network Guide.
For sarcophagus and cloning details, see Sarcophagus Guide and Cloning Systems.

At a Glance

  • Most issues are one of: dependency/load problems, missing power/fuel, missing research, or pathing.
  • Read the exact in-game failure text first (Cannot dial, Cannot decode, Cannot use, etc.).
  • Rimgate systems are heavily progression-gated; many actions stay locked until analysis + research are complete.
  • If you use large modlists, check Compatibility Matrix before assuming a save bug.

60-Second Triage

  1. Confirm required dependencies are enabled:
    • Harmony
    • Vanilla Expanded Framework
    • Royalty
    • Ideology
    • Odyssey
    • Biotech
    • Anomaly
  2. Confirm you are on RimWorld 1.6 and only running one copy of Rimgate.
  3. Check power/fuel on the affected building and confirm a pawn can reach its interaction cell.
  4. Check research/analysis prerequisites for the blocked action.
  5. Save, fully restart RimWorld, and reload once before deeper debugging.

Symptom-to-Fix Matrix

Symptom (What You See) Likely Cause What To Do
Rimgate missing from mod list, or immediate startup red errors Missing dependency or broken manual install layout Re-enable required dependencies. If manual install, verify the mod folder contains About, Defs, Assemblies, and AssetBundles.
Cannot place ... gate errors One-gate-per-map rule, address book cap, or pocket map placement Place only one Dwarfgate per map, avoid pocket maps, and free address slots if the address book is full.
Cannot decode: ... glyph deciphering not researched, no path, or address book full Research glyph deciphering, make parchment reachable, and clear address space if needed.
Cannot dial: ... Unlinked DHD, no power, gate already active/incoming, no destination, or missing mod equipment Ensure DHD is linked and powered, gate is idle, destinations exist, and gate modification equipment is active for orbit dialing.
Cannot enter portal: ... Gate inactive, iris closed, or no path Wait for full dial lock, open iris, and clear pathing to gate.
ZPM shows Inert or appears non-functional ZPM core not completed Analyze a ZPM and finish ZPM core research before expecting power output.
ZPM raid pressure does not stop Active broadcasting ZPM without masking Use a powered subspace shroud emitter linked to at least one placed ZPM.
Subspace masking: offline (not linked) Shroud has no valid ZPM facility link Rebuild/rewire layout so the shroud is facility-linked to a placed ZPM.
Cannot take ... to sarcophagus or treatment refusal text Access toggles, assignment rules, medical-care threshold, or blocked trait/hediff/race Check sarcophagus guest/prisoner/slave toggles, assignment, and medical care level; then verify compatibility-specific restrictions.
Cannot use (...) on cloning pod / calibration failures No power, no path, missing staged host/research, or Medicine requirement not met Restore power/pathing, stage a valid host, complete required research, and verify the current Medicine skill requirement in mod settings.
Cannot shoot: Needs more ammo/fuel on turrets Refuelable resource missing Refill turret fuel resource (steel or naquadah depending on turret) and ensure manned turrets have operators.
Cart push/load failures (no fuel, cannot reach destination, can't finish loading) Fuel empty, target unreachable, or source items became unavailable Refuel cart, choose reachable destinations, and re-issue load after stock changes.

If Problems Start After an Update

  1. Make a new backup save before testing.
  2. Restart RimWorld fully (not just to main menu) and reload.
  3. Confirm there are no duplicate Rimgate copies (for example Steam + old local folder).
  4. If the same issue persists, test once with only Rimgate + required dependencies.
  5. Add your optional mods back in batches to isolate conflicts.

Log Collection for Bug Reports

When reporting issues, include:

  • RimWorld version and active DLC list
  • full active mod list (load order)
  • exact in-game message text
  • reproduction steps
  • Player.log excerpt around the failure

Windows default Player.log location:

%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\Ludeon Studios\RimWorld by Ludeon Studios\Player.log

Tip: You can enable verbose logging in Rimgate mod settings when collecting diagnostic info.

Known Issues (Confirmed)

As of February 25, 2026: no confirmed release-blocking issues are tracked in this wiki yet.

Known Behavior Notes (Often Reported as Bugs)

  • Multiple powered subspace phase diverters are currently treated as a binary requirement for recharge (having more than one does not currently stack recharge speed).
  • Short-circuit protection excludes standalone zero point module batteries; ZPM containment housing does not use the same exemption.
  • durable wall and durable door structures are intentionally non-deconstructible once built.
  • Dwarfgate placement is intentionally limited to one per map.

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