Day of Infamy Server Guide

📋 Quick Info

Server Specifications

Game: Day of Infamy (Modified Source Engine)
Platform: Windows, Linux
Default Port: 27015/UDP
Max Players: 32 (typical: 16-32)
Control Protocol: RCON
Server Binary: srcds_run (Linux), srcds.exe (Windows)
App ID: 462310
Special Features: Squad-based combat, class system, WW2 theaters

🔌 Ports & Firewall Configuration

Day of Infamy servers require specific ports for proper operation:

Port	Protocol	Purpose	Required
27015 (configurable)	UDP	Game port	Yes
27015 (same as game)	TCP	RCON/Source TV	Optional
27005	UDP	Client port	Yes
27020	UDP	SourceTV port	Optional

Firewall Examples

UFW (Ubuntu/Debian):

sudo ufw allow 27015/udp comment 'DoI Game Port'
sudo ufw allow 27015/tcp comment 'DoI RCON'
sudo ufw allow 27005/udp comment 'DoI Client Port'
sudo ufw allow 27020/udp comment 'DoI SourceTV'

FirewallD (CentOS/RHEL):

sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27015/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27015/tcp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27005/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=27020/udp
sudo firewall-cmd --reload

iptables:

iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT
iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 27015 -j ACCEPT
iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27005 -j ACCEPT
iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 27020 -j ACCEPT

⚙️ Installation & Setup

System Requirements

OS: Linux (Ubuntu 18.04+, Debian 9+, CentOS 7+) or Windows Server 2012+
CPU: 2+ cores @ 2.5GHz recommended
RAM: 2GB minimum, 4GB+ recommended for 32 players
Disk: 15GB for game files
Network: Stable connection, 10Mbps+ bandwidth

Installation via SteamCMD (Linux)

Install SteamCMD:
sudo apt-get install steamcmd # Debian/Ubuntu sudo yum install steamcmd # CentOS/RHEL
Run SteamCMD and install DoI server:
steamcmd +login anonymous +force_install_dir /home/steam/doi +app_update 462310 validate +quit
Create server.cfg: Navigate to /home/steam/doi/doi/cfg/ and create configuration file

Installation via SteamCMD (Windows)

Download SteamCMD from Valve's website
Extract to C:\steamcmd\
Run: steamcmd +login anonymous +force_install_dir C:\doi +app_update 462310 validate +quit
Create server.cfg in C:\doi\doi\cfg\

📝 Configuration

Basic server.cfg Example

// Server Name
hostname "My Day of Infamy Server"

// RCON Password
rcon_password "your_secure_password"

// Server Password (leave blank for public)
sv_password ""

// Network Settings
sv_region 255  // 0=US East, 1=US West, 2=South America, 3=Europe, etc.
sv_contact "admin@example.com"
sv_tags "doi,hardcore,custom"

// Game Settings
mp_teamplay 1
mp_friendlyfire 1  // Friendly fire on (realistic)
mp_autokick 0
mp_autoteambalance 1
mp_limitteams 2

// Time Settings
mp_roundtime 10  // Minutes per round
mp_round_restart_delay 15  // Seconds between rounds

// Spawn Settings
mp_tkpunish 0  // Team kill punishment
mp_forcecamera 1  // Force spectator camera rules

// Hit Registration & Rates
sv_maxrate 0  // 0=unlimited
sv_minrate 20000
sv_maxupdaterate 66
sv_minupdaterate 20
sv_maxcmdrate 66
sv_mincmdrate 20

// Server Performance
sv_maxspeed 320
fps_max 300

// Logging
log on
sv_logbans 1
sv_logecho 0
sv_logfile 1
sv_log_onefile 0

// Download Settings
sv_allowdownload 1
sv_allowupload 1
sv_downloadurl ""  // FastDL URL if available

// Voice Chat
sv_voiceenable 1
sv_alltalk 0  // Team-only voice

// Gameplay Settings
doi_coop_max_waves 10  // Co-op mode wave count
doi_squad_enabled 1  // Enable squad system
doi_squad_leadership_enabled 1  // Squad leader mechanics

// Theater-specific settings
mp_theater "default"  // default, rifle_only, bolt_action, etc.

// SourceTV (optional)
tv_enable 0
tv_name "Day of Infamy TV"
tv_maxclients 4
tv_delay 30

// Map Cycle
mapcyclefile "mapcycle_default.txt"

// Execute additional configs
exec banned_user.cfg
exec banned_ip.cfg

mapcycle_default.txt Example

bastogne
bocage
brenner
crete
dog_red
dunkirk
foy
ortona
salerno
sicily
stgilles

🚀 Startup Parameters

Parameter	Description	Example
-game	Specify game (doi)	-game doi
-port	Server port	-port 27015
-maxplayers	Maximum player slots	-maxplayers 32
+map	Starting map	+map bastogne
+exec	Execute config file on startup	+exec server.cfg
-ip	Bind to specific IP	-ip 192.168.1.100
-console	Enable console output (Windows)	-console
-tickrate	Server tickrate (default: 66)	-tickrate 100
+sv_pure	File consistency checking (0-2)	+sv_pure 1

Example Startup Command (Linux)

./srcds_run -game doi -port 27015 -maxplayers 32 +map bastogne +exec server.cfg -tickrate 66

Example Startup Command (Windows)

srcds.exe -game doi -port 27015 -maxplayers 32 +map bastogne +exec server.cfg -console -tickrate 66

Example Startup Script (Linux)

#!/bin/bash
cd /home/steam/doi
./srcds_run -game doi -port 27015 -maxplayers 32 +map bastogne +exec server.cfg -tickrate 66

🔧 Troubleshooting

Server Not Appearing in Browser

Issue: Server not visible in the in-game server browser.

Solutions:

Verify UDP port 27015 is open in firewall
Ensure sv_lan 0 is set
Check Steam master server connectivity
Try direct connect using IP:PORT
Validate game files via SteamCMD

Connection Issues

Issue: Players cannot connect or timeout.

Solutions:

Verify firewall allows traffic on game port
Check server is not full (maxplayers limit)
Disable password if testing: sv_password ""
Check sv_pure settings for custom content
Review server logs in doi/logs/

High Ping/Lag Issues

Issue: Players experiencing high latency.

Solutions:

Set sv_maxrate 0 for unlimited bandwidth
Increase tickrate if CPU allows: -tickrate 100
Set fps_max 300 or higher
Check server CPU usage (under 70%)
Verify network bandwidth is sufficient

Squad System Issues

Issue: Squad mechanics not working properly.

Solutions:

Verify doi_squad_enabled 1 in server.cfg
Ensure doi_squad_leadership_enabled 1 for squad leader features
Check player counts meet minimum for squad formation
Review squad-related console variables

Co-op Mode Problems

Issue: Co-op missions not functioning correctly.

Solutions:

Use co-op specific maps (prefix: coop_)
Set doi_coop_max_waves appropriately
Verify AI bot settings are configured
Check for conflicting plugins/mods

SourceMod/Metamod Issues

Issue: Plugins not loading or causing crashes.

Solutions:

Ensure Metamod:Source is installed before SourceMod
Verify plugin compatibility with Day of Infamy
Check addons/sourcemod/logs/ for errors
Update SourceMod and Metamod to latest versions

🎮 Game Modes

Day of Infamy features multiple game modes with squad-based WW2 combat:

Multiplayer Modes

Liberation: Attack and defend objectives sequentially
Offensive: One team attacks all objectives while defenders hold
Entrenchment: Defend positions against enemy waves
Stronghold: Capture and hold key positions

Co-op Modes

Cooperative: Team vs AI bot waves
Survival: Hold out against increasingly difficult bot attacks

Player Classes

Rifleman: Standard infantry with semi-auto rifle
Assault: Close-quarters with SMG and grenades
Support: Ammunition and suppression fire
Engineer: Repair and construction specialist
Machine Gunner: Heavy suppression weapon
Sniper: Long-range precision
Radioman: Artillery and air support caller

🗺️ Default Maps

Official Maps

bastogne - Battle of the Bulge, Belgium
bocage - French hedgerow country
brenner - Alpine mountain pass
crete - Greek island invasion
dog_red - Omaha Beach landing
dunkirk - British evacuation
foy - Belgian village combat
ortona - Italian city battle
salerno - Italian coastal invasion
sicily - Sicilian campaign
stgilles - French town liberation

Co-op Maps

coop_* variants - Co-op versions of multiplayer maps
Designed for players vs AI bots

Map Theaters

Western Front: France, Belgium, Netherlands
Mediterranean: Italy, Sicily, Greece, Crete
Eastern Front: (Available in DLC/expansions)

Popular server modifications compatible with Day of Infamy:

Metamod:Source - Core plugin loader for Source engine games
SourceMod: Admin and plugin platform for Source games
Custom Maps: Community-created maps and theaters
Custom Theaters: Weapon loadout modifications
Bot Improvements: Enhanced AI behavior plugins

📚 Resources

SteamCMD: https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/SteamCMD
SourceMod: https://www.sourcemod.net/
Metamod:Source: https://www.sourcemm.net/
Steam Community: Workshop and guides
Map Resources: Steam Workshop integration

Important Notes

Day of Infamy uses a modified Source Engine (based on Insurgency)
Maximum 32 players per server (16v16)
Squad system is central to gameplay - configure appropriately
Friendly fire is recommended for realistic gameplay
Co-op mode supports player vs AI bot gameplay
Theater system allows custom weapon loadouts
Regular updates via SteamCMD recommended
Steam Workshop integration for custom content
Squad leaders can call artillery and air support
World War 2 setting across multiple theaters of war

Day of Infamy Server Guide

📋 Quick Info

Server Specifications

🔌 Ports & Firewall Configuration

Firewall Examples

⚙️ Installation & Setup

System Requirements

Installation via SteamCMD (Linux)

Installation via SteamCMD (Windows)

📝 Configuration

Basic server.cfg Example

mapcycle_default.txt Example

🚀 Startup Parameters

Example Startup Command (Linux)

Example Startup Command (Windows)

Example Startup Script (Linux)

🔧 Troubleshooting

Server Not Appearing in Browser

Connection Issues

High Ping/Lag Issues

Squad System Issues

Co-op Mode Problems

SourceMod/Metamod Issues

🎮 Game Modes

Multiplayer Modes

Co-op Modes

Player Classes

🗺️ Default Maps

Official Maps

Co-op Maps

Map Theaters

🔌 Related Mods & Plugins

📚 Resources

Important Notes