How to Install Piqueserver on Ubuntu Server

Piqueserver is an open-source platform for hosting your own Ace of Spades game. This tutorial will guide you through installing Piqueserver on Ubuntu Server Latest.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• Ubuntu Server Latest installed
• Command line access

Step 1 – Install Dependencies

Update your package lists with:

sudo apt-get update

Then, install the required dependencies:

sudo apt-get install python3-dev python3-pip zlib1g-dev libssl-dev

Step 2 – Install Piqueserver

Install Piqueserver using:

pip3 install piqueserver

Step 3 – Configure Piqueserver

Create a configuration file for Piqueserver by executing:

nano piqueserver.cfg

Paste the following in the Nano editor:

[server] name=Your Server Name port=32887 password=Your Password Here motd=Your Message of the Day Here max-players=16

Edit the file to suit your preferences. Save and close with Ctrl + X, Y, then Enter.

Step 4 – Start Piqueserver

Navigate to the installation directory and start the server with:

piqueserver

If successful, your server will start running.

Step 5 – Connect to Your Server

Connect via the Ace of Spades game by selecting "Direct Connect" and entering your server's IP and port (default is 32887).

Conclusion

This tutorial covered installing and configuring Piqueserver on Ubuntu Server Latest. You're now set to host your Ace of Spades game!