This guide covers how to set up and configure your Cubic Odyssey dedicated server hosted with Legion Hosting. Cubic Odyssey is an open-world adventure game where you explore planets, craft tools, build vehicles, and fight the Red Darkness. For admin commands and server management, see Cubic Odyssey Server Admin Guide.
1. Accessing Your Server
- Log in to GPanel.
- Select your Cubic Odyssey 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.
2. Startup Variables
Configure these settings from the Startup tab in GPanel:
| Variable | Env Name | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server Name | SERVER_NAME |
Cubic Odyssey Server | Server name displayed in the server list. |
| Server Password | SERVER_PASSWORD |
(empty) | Password to join the server. Leave blank for public access. |
| Game Port | GAME_PORT |
20000 | The port the server binds to. |
| Max Players | MAX_PLAYERS |
20 | Maximum number of players. |
| Gamemode | GAMEMODE |
adventure | Game mode: adventure or creative. |
| Private Server | PRIVATE_SERVER |
FALSE | Set to TRUE to hide from the server list. |
| Galaxy Seed | GALAXY_SEED |
21945875634 | Seed used for galaxy generation (max 11 characters). |
| Auto Update | AUTO_UPDATE |
1 | Auto-update on start/restart. 1 = on, 0 = off. |
3. Configuration File
The server configuration file is config/server_config.txt. The panel manages serverName, privateServer, and galaxySeed in this file.
serverName "Cubic Odyssey Server"
privateServer FALSE
galaxySeed 21945875634server_config.txt will be overwritten on startup. Edit other settings in this file for additional customization.
4. Game Modes
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
adventure |
Full survival experience with resource gathering, crafting, and combat against the Red Darkness. |
creative |
Unlimited resources, free building, and no survival constraints. |
Change the mode in the Startup tab by setting GAMEMODE to either adventure or creative, then restart.
5. Galaxy Seed
The GALAXY_SEED determines the procedurally generated galaxy. Changing it will generate an entirely different universe. Use the same seed to recreate an identical world. Share your seed with friends so they can explore the same galaxy on their own servers.
6. Connecting to Your Server
- Launch Cubic Odyssey on Steam.
- Go to the Multiplayer menu.
- If your server is public (
PRIVATE_SERVER=FALSE), find it in the server browser. - To connect directly, use the IP and port from GPanel.
- Enter the server password if one is set.
7. First-Time Setup Checklist
- Set a
SERVER_NAMEin the Startup tab. - Choose your
GAMEMODE(adventure or creative). - Set a
GALAXY_SEEDor use the default for a random galaxy. - Start the server and wait for
lobby createdin the console. - Connect and explore.
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Need Help?
If you run into issues with your Cubic Odyssey server, open a support ticket and include your server IP, a description of the problem, and any error messages from the GPanel console.
