Game Servers on Linode Guides & Tutorials

Set Up a Xonotic Game Server with K3s and Agones

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This guide demonstrates how to install and manage software for a Xonotic server, a free and fast arena shooter game. Resources are deployed on Akamai Cloud using Terraform, an infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tool, and the game server installation is supported by K3s and Agones.

An Overview of Popular Linux Games and Configuration Tips

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Once a niche industry, gaming under Linux is now a growing market for publishers and gamers alike. In this guide, you learn about popular Linux games and helpful configurations for common issues when setting them up.

Installing AMP for Game Server Management

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000

AMP or Application Management Panel is a game server management panel. It provides a graphical overlay to simplify the deployment of game servers, and serves as the next iteration of the popular Minecraft server control panel McMyAdmin. AMP provides support for third party mods, heavy focus on security, and a sleek web interface for managing your server. This guide covers the installation and configuration of a new AMP server on most Linux distributions.

Deploying a 7 Days to Die Server on Linux

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Even eight years after its release, the Zombie Horde Survival game 7 Days to Die (7DTD) is still going strong. Its community is active and the zombie fun hasn’t stopped. The game is even better when you and your friends play on your own server, using your own rules. Plus, when you host a game server yourself, you don’t have to worry about lag time that can interrupt your gameplay. This guide shows you how to set up your own 7DTD server, using LinuxGSM.

Getting Started with Linux Game Server Hosting

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

If you want great gaming performance, low latency, and control over your gaming experience, you should consider setting up your own dedicated game server. You can do so for Valheim, Minecraft, CS:GO, or any other multiplayer game that supports dedicated server hosting. This guide helps you understand what is involved in setting up your own Linux game server. It covers the top reasons for hosting your own game server, computing requirements, Linux distribution recommendations, and links to resources to help you deploy your first game server.

Running a Counter Strike Global Offensive Server on Ubuntu 18.04

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Running a Half-Life 2 Deathmatch Server on Debian or Ubuntu

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Creating a Dedicated ARK Server on Ubuntu

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000

This guide demonstrates how to set up a personal ARK: Survival Evolved server on a Linode Compute Instance running a modern Ubuntu distribution.

Install Black Mesa on Debian or Ubuntu

Fri, 26 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

This guide will show you how to set up your own Black Mesa server on a Linode running Debian or Ubuntu.

Installing a Left 4 Dead 2 Multiplayer Server

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Launch a Counter Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) server on Ubuntu 14.04

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Counter Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a first-person shooter by Valve. Hosting your own server gives you full control over your game and game modes, so you can play the exact flavor of CS:GO you want. This guide contains instructions on how to download the dedicated server and launch the game server.

Install SteamCMD for a Steam Game Server

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000

How to Setup a Terraria Linux Server

Mon, 21 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Deploy a Just Cause 2 Multiplayer Server on Ubuntu 14.04

Fri, 09 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Just Cause 2 is a single-player game published by Square Enix. Because it has no multiplayer mode, the modding community has created a multiplayer mod for the game that is quite popular. This guide will explain how to prepare your Linode, install SteamCMD and then install and configure Just Cause 2’s multiplayer mod.

Setting up BungeeCord to Link Spigot Servers

Wed, 09 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000

After you’ve got a Minecraft server up and running with Spigot on Debian and Ubuntu, you may want to connect different servers with different collections of plugins. BungeeCord acts as a proxy between the Minecraft client and the server, and allows simple and easy switching between the Spigot servers. It allows for players to connect to one address, yet also access a wider variety of activities than a single Minecraft server instance.

Install a TeamSpeak Server on Linode

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000

This guide shows you how to install a TeamSpeak Server on your Linode. TeamSpeak is a voice server or a “virtual intercom” that lets you talk to others online. It’s commonly used for gaming, but people also use it to collaborate with their work groups, hobby projects, or just to chat with friends and family.

Setting Up a Spigot Server for Minecraft on Ubuntu 14.04

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000

This guide shows you how to setup your own Minecraft server on a Linode running Ubuntu 14.04/14.10. You can play online with your friends or host a public server.

Install Don't Starve Together Game Server on Ubuntu 14.04

Tue, 14 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000

PocketMine Server on Debian 7

Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000

PocketMine is a third party server for the MineCraft - Pocket Edition game for Android and iOS. It features plugin support, allowing you to customize your gameplay with others. This guide details installing PocketMine on a Linode running Debian 7.

Team Fortress 2 on Debian and Ubuntu

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Team Fortress 2 is a team-based, first-person shooter, where you and a team of fellow players can play a variety of game modes. From capture the flag, to a battle pitting your team against a robotic horde, there are numerous options to choose. Setting up a personal game server puts you in control of what game modes and maps you use, as well as a variety of other settings to customize your experience.

Installing McMyAdmin for Minecraft on Debian

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Installing Multicraft on Debian

Wed, 04 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Multicraft is a control panel for single or multiple Minecraft servers Free and paid versions are available. This guide will help you install Multicraft on a Linode running Debian 7.

Installing Multicraft on Ubuntu

Wed, 04 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Multicraft is a control panel for single or multiple Minecraft servers, with free and paid versions available. This guide provides information to install Multicraft on a Linode running Ubuntu 20.04 LTS.

Setting up Minecraft Server on Ubuntu or Debian

Wed, 28 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world. In Minecraft you and other players are free to build and explore anything you want in a 3D generated world. If you host your own Minecraft server, you decide the rules, and you and your friends can play together in this interactive adventure game.

Garry's Mod on CentOS 7

Wed, 21 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000

Garry’s Mod enables complete control and modification of the video game engine, Source Engine. With Garry’s Mod, you can create almost any game you want. Setting up a Garry’s Mod server is a great way to play with friends over the internet while maintaining control over the server.

Minecraft on Linode with Ubuntu 12.04

Mon, 30 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000

This guide shows you how to set up a personal Minecraft server on a Linode running Ubuntu 12.04 LTS (64 bit).