How to Set Up Admin & RCON on Your Soulmask Server
How to gain admin access, use GM commands, and set up Telnet/RCON on your Soulmask server.
Gaining Admin (In-Game)
- Set
-adminpsw="YourPassword"in startup parameters - In-game, press
~(tilde) to open console - Type:
gm key YourPassword
Key Admin Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
gm exit | Save and shutdown server |
| Teleportation | Move between locations |
| Invisibility | Toggle invisible mode |
| NPC recruit | Aim at NPC and recruit |
| NPC removal | Remove selected or all NPCs |
| XP management | Grant/set experience |
Telnet/RCON
Connect via Telnet on port 18888 (TCP, localhost by default):
telnet 127.0.0.1 18888| Command | Description |
|---|---|
help | List available commands |
quit <seconds> | Save and shutdown with countdown |
shutdown <seconds> | Same as quit |
📝 RCON uses Telnet protocol (not Source RCON). IP whitelist restricts remote access.
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