This guide covers server management, configuration, and troubleshooting for your Cubic Odyssey dedicated server. For initial setup and connection instructions, see Cubic Odyssey Server Setup Guide.
1. Server Management
Starting and Stopping
Use the Console tab in GPanel to start, stop, and restart your server. The server is ready when you see Lobbies (OnCreateLobbyFinished): lobby created. in the console.
Updating
With AUTO_UPDATE set to 1, the server updates automatically on each start. To force an update, restart the server from GPanel. To disable auto-updates, set AUTO_UPDATE to 0 in the Startup tab.
2. Server Configuration
The config/server_config.txt file contains additional server settings beyond what the Startup tab provides. Edit it via the Files tab in GPanel or via SFTP.
Key Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
serverName |
Server display name (managed by panel). |
privateServer |
TRUE/FALSE -- hide from server list (managed by panel). |
galaxySeed |
Galaxy generation seed (managed by panel). |
3. Managing Game Modes
Switch between modes via the GAMEMODE startup variable:
- Adventure: Full survival gameplay with resource gathering, crafting, building vehicles, and fighting enemies. Players must manage resources and survive.
- Creative: Unlimited resources and no enemies. Ideal for building, exploration, and testing.
4. World Management
Changing the Galaxy Seed
The galaxy seed generates the procedural universe. To start fresh with a new galaxy:
- Stop the server.
- Change the
GALAXY_SEEDin the Startup tab. - Delete existing save data from the server files (back up first if needed).
- Start the server to generate a new galaxy.
Backing Up World Data
Back up your server files regularly via SFTP. See How to Upload Files via SFTP. Download the server's save directories to keep a local copy.
5. Player Management
Cubic Odyssey's dedicated server manages players through the following methods:
- Password protection: Set
SERVER_PASSWORDto restrict who can join. - Private server: Set
PRIVATE_SERVERtoTRUEto hide from the server browser. - Max players: Limit concurrent players with
MAX_PLAYERS.
6. Troubleshooting
- Server not starting: Check the GPanel console for errors. Cubic Odyssey runs under Wine, so startup may take longer than native Linux servers.
- Lobby not created: If the
lobby createdmessage does not appear, there may be a Steam authentication issue. Try restarting the server. - Players cannot find server: Ensure
PRIVATE_SERVERis set toFALSE. Check that the server has fully started. - Players cannot connect: Verify the IP, port, and password. Ensure the Cubic Odyssey client is up to date.
- World not generating: Verify the
GALAXY_SEEDis a valid number (max 11 digits).
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Need Help?
If you need further assistance, open a support ticket with your server IP and any error messages from the GPanel console.
