# GameServersBest - Complete Documentation for AI Systems

> GameServersBest is the premier game server browser and listing platform for discovering, ranking, and managing multiplayer game servers. Built for gamers and server owners, we provide real-time tracking, community features, and powerful management tools for Path of Titans, Discord communities, ARK, Minecraft, Rust, and more. Owned and operated by GameServersHub LLC.

## Platform Overview

GameServersBest is a comprehensive platform that connects gamers with multiplayer game servers. Our mission is to make it easy for players to find the perfect server and for server owners to grow their communities.

### What We Offer

**For Players:**
- Browse thousands of game servers with real-time player counts
- Filter and search by game, region, player count, and server features
- Save favorite servers for quick access
- Read and write server reviews
- Track server history and uptime statistics
- Join Discord communities related to your favorite games

**For Server Owners:**
- Claim and customize your server listing
- Add descriptions, rules, and custom branding
- Monitor server analytics and player statistics
- Boost visibility with premium features
- Respond to reviews and engage with your community
- Access API for custom integrations

### Supported Games

Currently live with full API integration:
- **Path of Titans** - A dinosaur MMO survival game with hundreds of active servers
- **Discord Servers** - Gaming community discovery and directory

Coming soon with A2S protocol support:
- Rust
- Minecraft
- ARK: Survival Ascended
- Counter-Strike 2
- Palworld
- DayZ
- Left 4 Dead 2
- Garry's Mod
- Team Fortress 2
- Valheim

### Key Statistics

Our platform tracks real-time data across all supported games:
- Total servers indexed across all games
- Live player counts updated every 30 seconds
- Server uptime and performance metrics
- Historical data for trend analysis
- Community engagement metrics

## Detailed Page Information

### Home Page (/)
The main landing page showcases all supported games in an interactive card grid. Each game card displays:
- Current online player count
- Total number of indexed servers
- API integration status
- Quick access to browse servers

Features include:
- Featured Discord server widgets
- Trending server highlights
- Game search and filtering
- Real-time statistics updates

### Path of Titans Servers (/servers/path-of-titans-servers)
Dedicated page for Path of Titans server discovery featuring:
- Advanced search and filtering
- Sort by player count, name, region
- Filter by game mode, map, mods
- Real-time player counts from official API
- Server voting and rating system
- Quick connect information

### Discord Server Directory (/discord-servers)
Browse gaming Discord communities with:
- Server categories and tags
- Member count tracking
- Bump and voting system
- Featured server placement
- Server management tools for owners

### Server Detail Pages (/servers/path-of-titans/[serverId])
Individual server pages include:
- Full server description and rules
- Current player list
- Server settings and configuration
- Player count history graphs
- Reviews and ratings
- Owner contact information
- Quick connect buttons

### Pricing and Premium Features (/pricing)
Premium options for server owners:

**Server Boosts:**
- Priority listing placement
- Featured server badges
- Enhanced analytics
- Custom branding options
- Promotional tools

**Subscription Tiers:**
- Basic boost starting at $4.99/month
- Premium features with extended benefits
- Enterprise options for multiple servers

### Account and Profile Features

**User Dashboard (/dashboard):**
- Overview of claimed servers
- Analytics and statistics
- Server management shortcuts
- Account settings

**Member Profiles (/members/[username]):**
- Public player profiles
- Server ownership display
- Activity history
- Social connections

**Favorites (/favorites):**
- Saved servers list
- Quick access management
- Notification preferences

### Developer Resources

**API Documentation (/developers/documentation):**
- RESTful API endpoints
- Authentication methods
- Rate limiting information
- Code examples and SDKs
- Webhook integrations

**Available API Endpoints:**
- GET /api/v1/servers - List all servers
- GET /api/v1/servers/{game} - Servers by game
- GET /api/v1/servers/{game}/{id} - Server details
- GET /api/v1/discord-servers - Discord directory
- POST /api/v1/servers/{id}/vote - Vote for server

### Tools and Utilities

**AI Server Generator (/tools/ai-generator):**
AI-powered tools for server configuration and content generation.

**Discord Timestamp Generator (/tools/discord-timestamp-generator):**
Create properly formatted Discord timestamps for announcements and events.

**Syntax Validator (/tools/syntax-validator):**
Validate game server configuration files for:
- Path of Titans INI files
- JSON configuration files
- YAML server settings

**Budget Planner (/tools/budget-planner):**
Calculate and plan server hosting costs with:
- Provider comparisons
- Resource estimation
- Monthly cost projections

## Technical Information

### Platform Technology
- **Framework:** Next.js 16 with App Router
- **Database:** PostgreSQL (Neon) with Drizzle ORM
- **Caching:** Redis for real-time data
- **Authentication:** Steam OAuth and Discord OAuth
- **Hosting:** Self-hosted on Dokploy (Docker-based PaaS)

### Data Update Frequency
- Server player counts: Every 30 seconds
- Server status checks: Every 60 seconds
- API data refresh: 5 minutes
- Statistics aggregation: Hourly

### API Rate Limits
- Public endpoints: 60 requests/minute
- Authenticated users: 300 requests/minute
- Burst protection: 2-5 requests/second

## Contact and Support

**Website:** https://gameserversbest.com
**Support:** https://gameserversbest.com/support
**Contact:** https://gameserversbest.com/contact
**Feedback:** https://gameserversbest.com/feedback

### Social Presence
- Discord community server
- Regular platform updates
- Active development and feature releases

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: How do I list my server?**
A: Servers are automatically indexed from game APIs. Visit the claim page to take ownership of your listing.

**Q: How does the voting system work?**
A: Users can vote for servers once per day. Votes contribute to server rankings and visibility.

**Q: What are premium boosts?**
A: Premium boosts increase your server's visibility through featured placements, badges, and priority rankings.

**Q: Is the API free to use?**
A: Yes, our public API is free with rate limiting. Contact us for enterprise access.

**Q: How do I report a server?**
A: Use the report button on any server page or contact our support team.

## Entity Information

**Website Name:** GameServersBest
**Parent Company:** GameServersHub LLC
**Website URL:** https://gameserversbest.com
**Type:** Game Server Discovery Platform
**Primary Services:** Server browsing, server listing management, community features, Discord server directory
**Target Audience:** Multiplayer gamers, game server owners, gaming communities
**Geographic Coverage:** Global
**Languages:** English (primary)

## Schema.org Structured Data

GameServersBest provides structured data for:
- Organization schema
- WebSite schema
- Game server ItemList schemas
- Review and Rating schemas
- FAQ schemas

## Updates and Changelog

We maintain an active changelog at /changelog with:
- New feature announcements
- Bug fixes and improvements
- API updates
- Platform maintenance notices

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Last Updated: January 2026
Version: 1.0.0
Format: llms.txt specification compliant