Setting Up a Custom In-Game Radio Station on Your CS3 Server

Bring a new level of immersion to your Counter-Strike 3 (CS3) server by integrating a custom in-game radio station, allowing you to stream music, announcements, or curated audio tracks that enhance the overall gaming atmosphere.

📌 Prerequisites

• A Counter-Strike 3 (CS3) server purchased at VolticHost.com

• Access to VolticHost Game Panel

• Audio files or a streaming URL for your radio station, and basic knowledge of file management

1️⃣ Uploading Audio Files or Configuring the Stream URL

1. Log in to VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click on your CS3 server and navigate to the File Manager.

3. Upload your custom audio files into a dedicated directory (e.g., cs3/addons/radio) or note your external streaming URL if you’re using an online radio source.

✅ Audio files or streaming URL are ready for configuration!

2️⃣ Configuring the Radio Station Settings

1. Locate the configuration file for the radio system (commonly named radio.cfg or similar) within the File Manager.

2. Click Edit to open the file.

3. Configure settings such as:

   • Streaming URL or local file path: Specify the source of your audio stream.

   • Volume levels: Set the desired default volume for in-game playback.

   • Playback options: Configure rotation, looping, or scheduled playlists if applicable.

4. Click Save File to apply your changes.

✅ Radio station settings configured and saved successfully!

3️⃣ Integrating the Radio Station into Server Startup

1. Navigate to the Startup tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Append the startup command with the parameter to load your radio configuration (e.g., +exec radio.cfg or the specific command for your radio plugin).

3. Click Save Changes to update your startup parameters.

✅ Server startup parameters updated to integrate the custom radio station!

4️⃣ Restarting the Server to Activate the Radio Station

1. Navigate to the Console tab in VolticHost Game Panel.

2. Click Stop to shut down your CS3 server.

3. Wait a few seconds, then click Start to relaunch your server with the custom radio station enabled.

✅ Custom in-game radio station is now active on your CS3 server!

🎉 Conclusion

You've successfully set up a custom in-game radio station on your CS3 server using VolticHost Game Panel, creating a dynamic auditory experience that enriches gameplay and keeps your community engaged. 🚀

For additional assistance, contact VolticHost Support.