natural-selection-2

Start a server with default settings

$ [path/to]/server_linux

$ [path/to]/server_linux -name '[server_name]'

$ [path/to]/server_linux -port [27015]

$ [path/to]/server_linux -limit [2..24]

$ [path/to]/server_linux -map [ns2_summit]

$ [path/to]/server_linux -password [password]

$ [path/to]/server_linux -webadmin -webport [8080]

server_linux [options]

Natural Selection 2 dedicated server runs a headless game server for the asymmetric multiplayer FPS/RTS hybrid. Players join as either Marines or Aliens, with commanders directing team strategy in real-time.
The Linux server binary (server_linux) is provided through SteamCMD or the game's dedicated server tools. It manages game state, player connections, and map rotation for online matches.
Server configuration can be done through command-line arguments or configuration files in the server directory.

-name _name_

Server name displayed in the browser

UDP port for client connections (default: 27015)

Maximum players (2-24)

Initial map to load

Server password for private games

Enable web administration interface

Port for web admin interface

Custom configuration file

Requires sufficient system resources (CPU, RAM, network bandwidth) for smooth gameplay. Port forwarding may be needed for public servers. Server files must be obtained through Steam. Performance depends heavily on player count and map complexity.

steamcmd(1)