Getting Started with Arcadium

Why Choose Arcadium?

Managing game servers can be complex and time-consuming. Arcadium simplifies server management by providing a unified dashboard for all your game servers, regardless of the game. Whether you're running Minecraft, Rust, ARK, or any of our 15+ supported games, Arcadium has you covered.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Getting started with Arcadium is simple. Visit our registration page and sign up for a free account. You'll need:

• A valid email address
• A secure password
• Your game server details (we'll help you find these)

The free trial gives you full access to all Arcadium features for 30 days. No credit card required.

Step 2: Verify Your Email

After signing up, check your email for a verification link. Click the link to verify your email address. This ensures your account is secure and you can recover it if needed.

Step 3: Register Your First Server

Once your account is verified, you're ready to register your first game server. Here's how:

1. Log in to your Arcadium dashboard
2. Click "Add Server" or "Register New Server"
3. Select your game from the list
4. Enter your server details (IP address, port, RCON password)
5. Click "Register Server"

Arcadium will verify the connection and add your server to your dashboard. This usually takes less than 2 minutes.

Step 4: Configure Your Server Settings

After registering your server, you can configure various settings:

• Auto-Restart: Enable automatic restarts on crash or schedule
• Backups: Set up automatic daily backups
• Player Management: Configure whitelist and ban settings
• Automations: Create custom tasks and schedules
• Shop: Set up your in-game shop (if applicable)

Step 5: Start Managing Your Server

You're all set! You can now:

• View real-time server status and player count
• Execute RCON commands
• Manage players and bans
• View server logs and performance metrics
• Create and manage automations
• Set up your shop and monetization

Common Tasks

Restarting Your Server

To restart your server, navigate to your server dashboard and click the "Restart" button. Arcadium will gracefully restart your server and notify players.

Viewing Server Logs

Click on "Logs" in your server dashboard to view real-time console output. You can search logs, filter by level, and download log files for analysis.

Managing Players

Go to the "Players" section to see all connected players, their playtime, and history. You can ban, kick, or whitelist players from here.

Setting Up Automations

Click "Automations" to create custom tasks. You can schedule restarts, announcements, backups, and more. Arcadium supports event-based triggers and scheduled tasks.

Tips for Success

• Enable Auto-Restart: This keeps your server online 24/7 even if it crashes
• Set Up Backups: Daily backups protect your world data
• Use Automations: Automate repetitive tasks to save time
• Monitor Metrics: Keep an eye on server performance and player count
• Join Our Community: Get help and tips from other server owners

Need Help?

If you run into any issues, check out our FAQ page or contact our support team. We're here to help you get the most out of Arcadium.

What's Next?

Now that you've set up your first server, explore Arcadium's advanced features:

• Set up your shop and start monetizing
• Create custom automations for your community
• Integrate with Discord for better community management
• Add more servers and manage them all from one dashboard
• Use analytics to understand your player base