Setting Up a Server Voting System on a Garry's Mod Server

This tutorial will show you how to set up a simple server voting system on your Garry's Mod server using a custom Lua script via the VolticHost Game Panel. This system allows players to cast votes (for maps, events, or any custom option) directly from the chat, with a summary announced automatically. 🚀

📌 Prerequisites

• A Garry's Mod server purchased at VolticHost.com

• Access to the VolticHost Game Panel

• Basic knowledge of Lua scripting and file management

• Familiarity with in-game chat commands

1️⃣ First Step - Creating the Voting System Script

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Navigate to the File Manager from the main dashboard.

3. Go to the /garrysmod/lua/autorun/server/ directory.

4. Create a new file named vote_system.lua.

5. Open vote_system.lua for editing and paste the following script:

   if SERVER then
       util.AddNetworkString("VoteSystem")
       local votes = {}
   
       hook.Add("PlayerSay", "HandleVoteCommands", function(ply, text)
           local option = string.match(text, "^!vote%s+(%S+)")
           if option then
               table.insert(votes, {player = ply:Nick(), vote = option})
               PrintMessage(HUD_PRINTTALK, ply:Nick() .. " voted for " .. option)
               return ""
           end
       end)
   
       timer.Create("AnnounceVotes", 60, 0, function()
           if #votes > 0 then
               PrintMessage(HUD_PRINTTALK, "Vote summary:")
               for _, v in ipairs(votes) do
                   PrintMessage(HUD_PRINTTALK, v.player .. " voted for " .. v.vote)
               end
               votes = {}
           end
       end)
   end
   

6. Replace or adjust any parts of the script as needed for your server’s voting options.

7. Save the file after editing.

✅ Voting system script created and saved successfully!

2️⃣ Next Step - Activating and Testing the Voting System

1. Restart your server from the VolticHost Game Panel to load the new script.

2. Connect to your Garry's Mod server and open the chat.

3. Test the system by typing a command such as:

   !vote map1
   

   This command should record your vote and announce it to all players.

4. Wait for the automatic vote summary (announced every 60 seconds) to confirm that all votes are tallied.

✅ Voting system activated and tested successfully!

🎉 Conclusion

You have now successfully set up a server voting system on your Garry's Mod server using the VolticHost Game Panel! Enjoy enhanced player interaction as your community casts votes for maps, events, or custom options. 🚀

For more assistance, contact VolticHost Support.