This guide covers how to set up and configure your Quake Live dedicated server hosted with Legion Hosting. Quake Live is a fast-paced arena FPS by id Software, based on Quake III Arena, available as a standalone title on Steam. For admin commands and server management, see Quake Live Server Admin Guide.
1. Accessing Your Server
- Log in to GPanel.
- Select your Quake Live server from the server list.
- Your server IP and port are displayed on the Console tab. See How to Find Your Server IP and Port for details.
Note: Ports are randomly assigned unless you have a private IP. Use the port shown in GPanel when connecting.
2. Startup Variables
Configure these settings from the Startup tab in GPanel:
| Variable | Env Name | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server Name | SERVER_NAME |
A Quake Live Server | Name shown in the server browser (max 70 characters). |
| Server Type | SERVER_TYPE |
2 | 0=Offline, 1=LAN, 2=Internet. |
| Server Password | PASSWORD |
(empty) | Password required to join. Leave empty for public access. |
| Auto Update | AUTO_UPDATE |
0 | Automatically update the server on startup (1=yes, 0=no). |
3. Server Configuration Files
Quake Live uses configuration files in the baseq3/ directory. The primary config file is typically server.cfg. Create or edit it via SFTP.
Example baseq3/server.cfg:
set sv_hostname "My Quake Live Server"
set sv_maxclients 16
set g_password ""
set sv_serverType 2
set sv_fps 40
set g_gametype 0
set mappool "bloodrun campgrounds lostworld"
map bloodrun4. Game Types
| Value | Game Type |
|---|---|
| 0 | Free For All (FFA) |
| 1 | Duel |
| 2 | Race |
| 3 | Team Deathmatch (TDM) |
| 4 | Clan Arena (CA) |
| 5 | Capture the Flag (CTF) |
| 6 | One Flag CTF |
| 8 | Harvester |
| 9 | Freeze Tag |
| 10 | Domination |
| 11 | Attack & Defend |
| 12 | Red Rover |
5. Connecting to Your Server
- Purchase Quake Live on Steam.
- Launch Quake Live.
- Open the server browser and search for your server, or open the console (
~) and type:/connect IP:PORT - Enter the password if one is set.
6. First-Time Setup Checklist
- Set a
SERVER_NAMEin the Startup tab. - Ensure
SERVER_TYPEis set to2(Internet) to appear in the public server browser. - Create a
baseq3/server.cfgwith your desired game type and map rotation. - Start the server and verify it shows
zmq stats and rcon passwords updatedin the console.
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Need Help?
If you run into issues with your Quake Live server, open a support ticket and include your server IP, a description of the problem, and any error messages from the GPanel console.
