# force-update

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This is a command for game servers using [SteamCMD](https://docs.linuxgsm.com/steamcmd) only.
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The `force-update` command bypasses the update check and runs the SteamCMD update regardless of update availability. This will run the SteamCMD update and restart the game server.

Force update is a useful feature for admins that restart their server daily. It allows LinuxGSM to check for updates while restarting the server.

## Commands

Standard: `./gameserver force-update`

Short: `./gameserver fu`