Post Scriptum (Squad 44) Server Guides
Post Scriptum (now Squad 44) dedicated server setup with SteamCMD (AppID 746200), Server.cfg reference, group-based Admins.cfg, MapRotation.cfg for WW2 layers, RCON, Linux systemd service, and troubleshooting guides.
How to Set Up a Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Dedicated Server
Install a Post Scriptum (now Squad 44) dedicated server on Linux using SteamCMD (AppID 746200). Covers first-launch startup, generated config directory structure, and launch parameters.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Port Forwarding
Post Scriptum (Squad 44) dedicated servers require several UDP ports plus a TCP/UDP RCON port. This guide lists all required ports and covers firewall and router configuration.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Server Configuration (Server.cfg)
Reference for Server.cfg — the primary Post Scriptum (Squad 44) server identity file. Covers server name, password, player cap, MOTD, tickrate, and reserved slots.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Admin Management
Post Scriptum (Squad 44) uses the same group-based Admins.cfg system as Squad. Assign Steam64 IDs to named permission groups and control which commands each group can use.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Map Rotation
Configure the Post Scriptum (Squad 44) map rotation in MapRotation.cfg. Covers layer name format, faction pairing syntax, WW2 theater-based layer examples, and random rotation vs fixed order.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 RCON Setup
Enable and use RCON on a Post Scriptum (Squad 44) dedicated server. Covers Rcon.cfg configuration, firewall rules, connecting with RCON clients, and common admin commands.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Linux Systemd Service
Run a Post Scriptum (Squad 44) dedicated server as a Linux systemd service for automatic start on boot, crash recovery, and clean log management.
Post Scriptum Rebranded to Squad 44 — What Changed?
Post Scriptum was renamed to Squad 44 in late 2023. This article explains what changed in the game, what stayed the same for server operators, and where to find current documentation.
Post Scriptum / Squad 44 Dedicated Server Troubleshooting
Diagnose and fix common Post Scriptum (Squad 44) dedicated server issues: server not appearing in browser, config errors, player kicks, RCON connection failures, and performance problems.
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