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Hytale Server
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NewcastleGeek
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· v1.0.0
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Install in OpenClaw
/install hytale
Description
Manage and control a local Hytale dedicated server with commands to start, stop, update, and check the server status using the official downloader.
README (SKILL.md)
Hytale Server Skill
Manage a local Hytale dedicated server using the official downloader and screen.
Requirements
- Java 21+ (Installed)
- Screen (Installed)
- Hytale Downloader (User must provide)
- Credentials (User must provide
hytale-downloader-credentials.jsonin~/hytale_server)
Setup
-
Download the Hytale Downloader:
- Get the zip from:
https://downloader.hytale.com/hytale-downloader.zip - Unzip it and place
hytale-downloader-linux-amd64in~/hytale_server/. - Make it executable:
chmod +x ~/hytale_server/hytale-downloader-linux-amd64
- Get the zip from:
-
Add Credentials:
- Place your
hytale-downloader-credentials.jsonin~/hytale_server/.
- Place your
Commands
hytale start
Starts the server in a detached screen session.
- Run:
/home/clawd/.npm-global/lib/node_modules/clawdbot/skills/hytale/hytale.sh start
hytale stop
Gracefully stops the server.
- Run:
/home/clawd/.npm-global/lib/node_modules/clawdbot/skills/hytale/hytale.sh stop
hytale update
Downloads or updates the server files using the Hytale Downloader.
- Run:
/home/clawd/.npm-global/lib/node_modules/clawdbot/skills/hytale/hytale.sh update
hytale status
Checks if the server process is running.
- Run:
/home/clawd/.npm-global/lib/node_modules/clawdbot/skills/hytale/hytale.sh status
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do what it says: manage a local Hytale server. Before installing/using it: 1) only download the Hytale downloader from official sources and verify checksums or signatures if available; 2) inspect the downloader binary (or run it in an isolated VM/container) before giving it your credentials; 3) place the credentials file only in the indicated directory and avoid reusing unrelated secrets; 4) adjust the absolute script path in SKILL.md if your system home directory differs from /home/clawd. If you cannot verify the downloader binary, run updates in an isolated environment to reduce risk.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: hytale
Version: 1.0.0
The skill bundle is designed to manage a local Hytale dedicated server. The `SKILL.md` provides clear instructions for setup and commands, without any prompt injection attempts. The `hytale.sh` script performs standard server management tasks like starting, stopping, updating, and checking status using `screen` and `java`. It expects the user to provide the `hytale-downloader` binary and credentials, interacting with them in a manner consistent with the stated purpose. There is no evidence of data exfiltration, malicious execution, persistence, or obfuscation. All actions are directly related to managing the Hytale server within the user's home directory.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The SKILL.md and the included hytale.sh implement a local Hytale server manager (start/stop/update/status) and only require Java, screen, an external Hytale downloader binary, and a credentials JSON in ~/hytale_server — all of which are appropriate for this purpose.
Instruction Scope
Instructions are narrowly scoped to managing files under $HOME/hytale_server and calling the downloader, java, and screen. The SKILL.md references an absolute path to the packaged script (/home/clawd/...) which is likely a packaging artifact and may need adjusting on the user's system. The script reads a credentials file only if placed at ~/hytale_server/hytale-downloader-credentials.json.
Install Mechanism
No install spec (instruction-only) and a small shell script are included — low surface area. However, the skill runs a user-supplied binary (the Hytale downloader) by chmod +x and executing it; running third-party binaries is inherently risky if the binary's authenticity isn't verified.
Credentials
No environment variables or unrelated credentials are requested. The single secret artifact is a credentials JSON for the Hytale downloader which is proportional to the updater/download functionality.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill does not request permanent/global inclusion (always:false) and does not modify other skills or system-wide settings. It runs on demand and uses only local user paths.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install hytale - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/hytale - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
Initial release
Metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hytale Server?
Manage and control a local Hytale dedicated server with commands to start, stop, update, and check the server status using the official downloader. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 1877 downloads so far.
How do I install Hytale Server?
Run "/install hytale" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Hytale Server free?
Yes, Hytale Server is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Hytale Server support?
Hytale Server is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Hytale Server?
It is built and maintained by NewcastleGeek (@newcastlegeek); the current version is v1.0.0.
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