If you want to set up your own game server, like for Rust, here’s the easiest way to do it.
Linux Game Server Managers (https://linuxgsm.com/)
--- 1) Check Compatibility: ---
Go to the LGSM (https://linuxgsm.com/servers/) website.
Select Rust and ensure your server meets the requirements (at least 12 GB of RAM).
--- 2) Create a New User: ---
Log in to your VPS as root.
Create a new user, for example, rustserver:
adduser rustserver
Set a strong password. If it asks for additional information like a phone number or email, just press Enter.
--- 3) Grant Root Permissions: ---
Add the new user to the sudo group:
usermod -aG sudo rustserver
Alternatively, you can manually edit the /etc/sudoers file to give root permissions:
sudo nano /etc/sudoers
Add this line below root ALL=(ALL:ALL) ALL:
rustserver ALL=(ALL:ALL) ALL
--- 4) Switch to the New User: ---
Log in as the new user:
su rustserver
--- 5) Download and Install LGSM: ---
Download the LGSM script:
curl -Lo linuxgsm.sh https://linuxgsm.sh/ && chmod +x linuxgsm.sh && bash linuxgsm.sh rustserver
Run the installer:
./rustserver install
LGSM will automatically download the necessary dependencies. When prompted, type Y to confirm.
--- 6) Manage Your Server ---
After installation, you can manage your server by typing:
./rustserver
This will show you the available commands and options.
--- 7) Start Your Rust Server: ---
To start your server, use the command:
./rustserver st
Or:
./rustserver start
WARNING: If you will type /rustserver console and you press ctrl+c your server will turn off, if you want to exit from console press CTRL+B and then press D.
If you encounter any issues, you can refer to the LGSM Rust documentation (https://docs.linuxgsm.com/game-servers/rust) or the (https://wiki.facepunch.com/rust)
