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CalagopusModern. Fast. Secure.

An open-source game server management panel built in Rust - with throughput up to 32,800% faster than the alternatives.

32,800%
Faster than alternatives
100%
Open source
Rust
Memory-safe by design
Calagopus admin panel showing the server management dashboard with two Minecraft serversCalagopus mobile interface showing a live server console on iPhone

Why Calagopus?

Security

Calagopus is built with security in mind, utilizing Rust's safety features to minimize vulnerabilities and protect your game servers from potential threats. Servers run in isolated Docker containers, and the panel itself follows best practices for secure web applications.

Performance

With Rust's high performance and low-level control, Calagopus delivers fast and efficient game server management, with throughput improvements of over 32,800% - making server administration smoother than ever. Our binaries are compiled to be as small and efficient as possible, and we use caching and other optimization techniques to ensure the best performance possible.

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Modularity

Calagopus is designed to be modular and extensible, allowing developers to create custom extensions to enhance its functionality. The Extension API uses Rust traits for maximum flexibility and performance, and we provide comprehensive documentation and support to help developers get started building their own extensions.

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Open Source

Calagopus is open source and available on GitHub, allowing the community to contribute to its development and improvement. We welcome contributions from developers of all skill levels and encourage collaboration to make Calagopus the best game server management solution available.

User-Friendly Interface

Calagopus provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface for managing game servers, making it easy for both beginners and experienced users to deploy, monitor, and maintain their game servers. Our interface stays simple and straightforward, while still providing powerful features and functionality for advanced users.

Easy Deployment

Calagopus offers easy deployment options, including Docker and traditional installation methods, allowing users to quickly set up and start managing their game servers without hassle. Our documentation provides clear instructions for both methods, and our community is available to assist with any issues during deployment.

Read the Docker install guide

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Calagopus different from Pterodactyl?

Calagopus is built in Rust, where Pterodactyl uses PHP. This delivers throughput improvements of over 32,800% along with Rust's memory-safety guarantees. We provide a migration guide for existing Pterodactyl users.

What games does Calagopus support?

Calagopus uses an egg system to support arbitrary games. Anything that runs in a Linux Docker container can be managed, including Minecraft (Java and Bedrock), Rust, ARK, Valheim, FiveM, and many more.

Is Calagopus free to use?

Yes. Calagopus is free for both personal and commercial use, with no feature gating. Core components are MIT-licensed.

Can I migrate from Pterodactyl or Pelican?

Yes. Calagopus provides migration tooling and documentation for both Pterodactyl and Pelican.

Does Calagopus have an Extension API?

Yes. The Extension API uses Rust traits for type safety and performance. Extensions can add backend logic, custom routes, UI elements, database migrations, and more.

Can I run Calagopus on a Raspberry Pi?

Yes. Calagopus supports ARM64 and the Docker Compose setup works on a Raspberry Pi out of the box.

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