This guide covers admin commands, RCON, game modes, Lua scripting, and server management for your CS2D dedicated server. For initial setup, see CS2D Server Setup Guide.
1. RCON Access
Set an RCON password in sys/server.cfg to enable remote administration:
sv_rcon your_rcon_passwordTo use RCON in-game, open the console and type:
rcon your_rcon_password [command]You can also execute commands directly from the GPanel Console tab.
2. Admin Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
kick [id] [reason] |
Kick a player by their ID. |
ban [id] [duration] [reason] |
Ban a player. Duration in minutes (0 = permanent). |
unban [usgn/ip] |
Unban a player by USGN or IP. |
listplayers |
Show all connected players with IDs. |
changemap [map] |
Change to a different map. |
restartround |
Restart the current round. |
say [message] |
Broadcast a server message. |
setname [id] [name] |
Force-rename a player. |
slap [id] [damage] |
Slap a player (deals damage). |
kill [id] |
Kill a player. |
setmoney [id] [amount] |
Set a player's money. |
3. Game Modes
Set the game mode in sys/server.cfg with sv_gamemode:
| Value | Mode | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Standard | Classic Counter-Strike (bomb defusal, hostage rescue). |
| 1 | Deathmatch | Free-for-all, every player for themselves. |
| 2 | Team Deathmatch | Team-based deathmatch. |
| 3 | Capture the Flag | Capture the enemy team's flag. |
| 4 | Domination | Control capture points on the map. |
4. Map Rotation
Create or edit sys/mapcycle.txt with one map name per line:
de_dust
de_dust2
cs_assault
de_aztec
cs_italyThe server cycles through these maps in order after each round.
5. Lua Scripting
CS2D supports Lua scripts for custom functionality. Place scripts in the sys/lua/ directory and load them in sys/server.cfg:
lua "lua/myscript.lua"Lua scripts can add custom admin commands, game modes, and server-side logic. See the CS2D documentation for the full Lua API.
6. Ban Management
Bans are stored in sys/bans.cfg. You can manage them via commands or by editing the file directly:
- USGN bans persist across name changes since they are tied to the player's account.
- IP bans block a specific IP address.
- To clear all bans, delete the contents of
sys/bans.cfgand restart.
7. Troubleshooting
- Server not starting: Check GPanel console for errors. Ensure no syntax errors in
sys/server.cfg. - RCON not working: Verify the RCON password is set and entered correctly.
- Map not found: Ensure the map file exists in the
maps/directory. Custom maps need to be uploaded via SFTP. - Lua script errors: Check the console for Lua error messages. Remove or fix the script to restore server stability.
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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.
