PufferPanel

PufferPanel is an open-source, web-based game server management system. It allows administrators to manage multiple game servers from a single central location through a browser interface. The software functions as a control panel that handles the deployment and oversight of various game server instances, providing a layer of abstraction between the host machine and the game processes.

Users can assign specific servers to other individuals or grant shared access to existing servers. The application is deployed as a server-side installation, which enables the management of resources without requiring direct command line access for every administrative action. This makes it suitable for environments where multiple people need to manage different game instances on the same hardware.

Key features

• Centralized management of multiple game servers
• Web-based user interface for remote administration
• User permission system for server access control
• Support for assigning individual servers to specific users
• Ability to share server access among multiple users
• Integration with Packagecloud for repository hosting
• Support for various game server types including Minecraft and SRCDS
• Dedicated daemon for server process management

The system is written using Golang for the backend and utilizes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for the frontend. It is designed to scale from individual users running a single instance to larger networks managing numerous servers across different environments. The architecture separates the management panel from the actual game server processes, allowing for organized administrative workflows and a clear separation of concerns between the control interface and the game binaries.

By utilizing a daemon based approach, the software can monitor the status of game servers and execute commands in real time. This setup is intended for users who need a structured way to delegate access and monitor multiple game instances without manually editing configuration files or managing individual SSH sessions for every user.

PufferPanel serves as a utility for game server administrators who require a structured way to delegate access and monitor multiple game instances.