Gaseous Server

Self-Hosted

Open-source game server management panel for self-hosted environments

Overview

Gaseous Server is a lightweight, open-source game server management panel designed for self-hosting. It supports multiple popular games (Minecraft, Rust, CS2) with real-time resource monitoring (CPU, RAM, disk), user permission controls, and one-click server actions (start/stop/restart). Deployable via Docker for simplified setup, it offers a clean web interface accessible from any device. Ideal for hobbyists and small communities, it eliminates reliance on third-party hosting, giving full control over server configurations and data privacy.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  gaseous_server:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: gaseous-server
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Multi-game support (Minecraft, Rust, CS2)
Real-time resource monitoring
Docker-powered deployment
Role-based user permissions
Intuitive web UI for server control

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Gaseous Server hard to install?

No—Gaseous Server uses Docker containers for deployment, simplifying setup. The official docs provide step-by-step commands for Linux systems, including pulling the image and configuring persistent data. Basic Docker/command-line familiarity helps but isn’t mandatory for most users.

? Is it a good alternative to Nodecraft?

Yes—Gaseous Server is a great self-hosted alternative to Nodecraft. It gives full control over your servers (no third-party access) and is free, unlike Nodecraft’s managed hosting plans. It’s ideal if you want to host servers on your own hardware.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Gaseous Server is open-source under the MIT License. You can download, install, modify, and use it without any cost. There are no premium features locked behind paywalls or subscription requirements.

Top Alternatives

Nodecraft (proprietary) Search Google

Shockbyte (proprietary) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Games - Administrative Utilities & Control Panels

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full control over game servers and data
⊕ Lightweight resource footprint
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs

Cons

⊖ Fewer game templates than larger panels like Pterodactyl
⊖ Requires basic Docker/command-line knowledge
⊖ Smaller community support compared to established tools