This guide covers setting up and configuring your Automobilista 2 dedicated server on Legion Hosting. Automobilista 2 is a racing simulation game featuring a wide variety of cars and tracks from multiple motorsport disciplines. For admin tools and race management, see our Automobilista 2 Admin Commands guide.
What is Automobilista 2?
Automobilista 2 (AMS2) is a racing simulator developed by Reiza Studios, built on the Madness Engine. It features a diverse roster of cars spanning several decades and motorsport categories, along with dynamic weather, day/night cycles, and realistic physics. Dedicated servers allow online multiplayer racing with configurable race settings.
First Start
- Log in to GPanel at gpanel.legionhosting.net
- Select your Automobilista 2 server from the server list
- Review your Startup Variables — set your server name, password, and player count
- Click Start to launch the server
- The server will initialize and switch to running state when ready
GPanel Startup Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
SERVER_NAME |
Name displayed in the server browser (max 100 characters) | Ptero Default |
SERVER_PASSWORD |
Password to join (leave empty for public, max 32 characters) | (empty) |
MAX_PLAYERS |
Maximum number of drivers (max 32) | 16 |
QUERY_PORT |
Steam query port (managed by GPanel) | (assigned) |
STEAM_PORT |
Steam networking port (managed by GPanel) | (assigned) |
AUTO_UPDATE |
Auto-update server on start (1 = enabled) |
1 |
Configuration File (server.cfg)
The main configuration file is server.cfg in the server root directory. This file controls race settings, track rotation, and session parameters. You can edit it through GPanel's File Manager.
# server.cfg key settings
name : "My Racing Server"
password : ""
maxPlayerCount : 16
hostPort : 9000
steamPort : 8766
queryPort : 27015name, password, maxPlayerCount, port values in server.cfg are managed by GPanel's startup variables. Edit the startup variables for these settings rather than the file directly.
Race Configuration
Beyond the basic server settings, server.cfg contains detailed race configuration. Key sections include:
- Track Rotation — Define which tracks are used and in what order
- Session Settings — Configure practice, qualifying, and race session lengths
- Weather — Set weather conditions and progression
- Vehicle Restrictions — Limit which car classes or specific cars can be used
- Penalties — Configure penalty rules for cutting corners, collisions, etc.
A sample configuration with rotation lists is provided at config_sample/server_with_lists.cfg. Copy settings from this file to customize your server.
How to Connect
- Launch Automobilista 2 from Steam
- From the main menu, select Multiplayer
- Browse the server list for your server name
- Enter the password if one is set, then join
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Need Help?
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