What is mcserver-setup?

This project is a terminal based setup wizard for creating a Minecraft server that runs the Paper server software. Instead of manually editing configuration files and writing install scripts by hand, you answer a series of plain language questions in the terminal and the tool generates everything needed to start your server. The wizard walks you through choices like how many players will join, how much RAM to allocate, which Minecraft version to run, general game settings, whether to use a whitelist, what kind of authentication to require, and whether player versus player combat is allowed. It also covers more detailed options such as the message shown to players, the world seed, the network port, view and simulation distance, hardcore mode, flight, command blocks, maximum world size, and spawn protection. If you are not sure how much memory to allocate, it can recommend an amount based on how many players you expect, though you can always set your own value. Once you finish answering the questions, the tool writes out a working setup: server configuration files, automatic acceptance of Minecraft's end user license agreement, and either a Docker Compose file or native install scripts for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Arch Linux, depending on which mode you choose. To protect existing work, it will not overwrite a folder that already has files in it. Getting started only requires downloading a prebuilt release for your operating system and running it, though building it yourself requires the Rust programming toolchain. After the wizard runs, starting the actual Minecraft server is a single command, either a Docker Compose command or a generated install script, and native installs additionally require Java 21 or newer plus an internet connection. This is aimed at anyone who wants to host their own Minecraft server, from casual players setting up a server for friends to more experienced admins who want a repeatable, scripted setup process.