This guide covers admin tools and server management for your Banana Shooter dedicated server on Legion Hosting. Learn how to configure game modes, manage players, and customize your server. For initial setup, see our Banana Shooter Server Setup Guide.
Server Configuration (Config.json)
The main server configuration file is located at Servers/PterodactylServer/Config.json. Edit it through GPanel's File Manager.
Game Settings
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
Random_Map |
Randomize map selection between rounds | false |
Random_GameMode |
Randomize game mode between rounds | false |
Minimal_Player_Amount |
Minimum players required to start a match | 2 |
Server_Type |
Server type identifier | 1 |
DLC_Only |
Restrict to DLC owners only | false |
Security Settings
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
VAC_Secure |
Enable Valve Anti-Cheat on the server | true |
VAC_Secure enabled to prevent cheaters from joining your server. Players with VAC bans will be unable to connect.
Scheduled Restarts
Banana Shooter supports automatic scheduled restarts to maintain server performance:
# In Config.json under "Server":
"Enable_Scheduled_Shutdown": true,
"Scheduled_Restart_Time": "T02:00:00",
"Scheduled_Restart_Warnings": [
"00:30:00",
"00:15:00",
"00:05:00",
"00:01:00",
"00:00:30",
"00:00:15"
]The server will automatically restart at the specified time (2:00 AM by default) and warn players at the configured intervals.
Auto-Update on Restart
The server can check for game updates and restart when one is found:
# In Config.json under "Server":
"Enable_Update_Restart": true,
"Update_Shutdown_Check_Interval": 300.0,
"Update_Shutdown_Warnings": [
"00:03:00",
"00:01:00",
"00:00:30"
]The server checks for updates every 300 seconds (5 minutes) and gives players advance warning before restarting.
Server Browser Description
Set a short description for your server that appears in the browser:
# In Config.json under "Browser":
"Description_Short": "Casual fun server - all welcome!"Troubleshooting
Server Not Appearing in Browser
- Verify your
STEAM_GSLTtoken is valid - Ensure the server has fully started (look for
Connect to steam server successfullyin console) - Wait 2-3 minutes for the listing to propagate
- Check that your Steam credentials are correct
Steam Authentication Errors
- Verify
STEAM_USERandSTEAM_PASSare correct - If using Steam Guard, you may need to provide the
STEAM_AUTHcode - Consider using a dedicated Steam account for the server
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Need Help?
If you need further assistance with your Banana Shooter server, our support team is ready to help. Submit a support ticket and we will respond as soon as possible.
