WindowsGSM Alternatives

WindowsGSM is described as 'The best open source software for game server management on Windows platform. Using .NET Framework 4.7.2' and is an app in the gaming software category. There are more than 25 alternatives to WindowsGSM for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Self-Hosted, Web-based and Docker apps. The best WindowsGSM alternative is Calagopus, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like WindowsGSM are Pterodactyl, FeatherPanel, Crafty Controller and WindowsGSH.

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  1. Calagopus icon
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    Centralized web-based control panel enabling game server deployment, monitoring, task automation, plugin and mod management, real-time metrics, scheduled restarts, role-based permissions, event logging, multi-OS support, and compatibility with games such as Minecraft and Hytale.

    43 Calagopus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Debian
    • Docker
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  2. Pterodactyl icon
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    Pterodactyl is the free game server management panel designed by users, for users. Featuring support for Vanilla Minecraft, Spigot, Source Dedicated Servers, BungeeCord, and many more.

    45 Pterodactyl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  3. FeatherPanel icon
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    Open-source, web-based game server panel offering efficient resource use, 204x lighter and 22x faster than competitors, Docker support, fast setup, advanced controls, multi-server management, modern UI, security features, server monitoring, frequent updates, and no license fees.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  4. Crafty is a wrapper for a Minecraft server which runs in the background. It has tons of features, including a slick AdminLTE-based GUI, auto-backups and console commands.

    37 Crafty Controller alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  5. WindowsGSH icon
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    WindowsGSH is a Windows game server hub for installing, configuring, monitoring, and controlling dedicated servers through native modules, Discord integration, and secure management tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. Game Backup Monitor is a simple, but flexible application that detects games as you play them. Once you finish playing a game, a backup of the saved games will be made automatically using 7-Zip compression.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. AMP is an easy to install, self-hosted, web-based management panel for game servers. It supports dozens of applications including Minecraft, CS:GO, Rust, 7 Days to Die, Starbound, Factorio and many more. Supports both Windows and Linux.

    37 Application Management Panel (AMP) alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  8. GameServerApp streamlines managing extensive game communities by automating server maintenance and allowing monetization without fees. Access your community globally with template-managed setups, team permissions, collaboration tools, and RP community support, all enhancing server administration.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  9. Pufferpanel icon
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    PufferPanel is an open source game server management panel designed for both small networks and game server providers. PufferPanel supports Minecraft, Spigot, Sponge, Source Dedicated Servers, BungeeCord, PocketMine and much more.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  10. LinuxGSM icon
     35 likes

    The command-line tool for quick, simple deployment and management of Linux dedicated game servers.

    32 LinuxGSM alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  11. Windows Game Server (WGS) is a free, open-source dedicated game server manager for Windows. It supports 101+ games including CS2, Valheim, Rust, Palworld, ARK, DayZ, Minecraft and more. Features include SteamCMD integration, automatic backups, RCON console, Discord bot, REST API...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Windows
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