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Guides

For anyone setting up their own game server for the first time. We explain RAM, server software and costs without the jargon and walk through the setup step by step.

  1. 01 · 6 minHow to make a Minecraft server: play with friends in minutesWant to play with friends on your own world that keeps running when you're offline? There are three ways to get there. Below you'll also find how big the server should be and how to set it up step by step.
  2. 02 · 5 minHow much RAM does a Minecraft server need?Too little RAM makes the server laggy, too much just costs money. Here are guideline values from experience and the signs that your server needs more.
  3. 03 · 5 minPaper, Fabric, Forge or NeoForge: which server software?The server software decides whether you can use plugins or mods and how well the server runs. Which one suits you mostly depends on what you want to play.
  4. 04 · 5 minHow to make a modpack server: Create, All the Mods and more with friendsA modpack is a lot of fun with friends, but the setup puts many people off. With the installer in the Panel you don't have to copy files by hand.
  5. 05 · 4 minRent a Minecraft server or host it yourself?Self-hosting sounds free but has hidden costs, such as the electricity for a PC that runs around the clock. Here are the pros and cons of both options.
  6. 06 · 5 minMinecraft server lagging? Find the cause and fix itBlocks reappear, animals jump, doors open late? Then the server can't keep up. Usually one of the common causes below is behind it, and a profiler tells you which one.
  7. 07 · 4 minHow to make a Valheim server: a dedicated server for your Viking crewIn-game, one player can open their world to others, but then it only works while the host is online. A dedicated server keeps running even when none of you are playing.
  8. 08 · 4 minHow to make a Terraria server: with and without modsTerraria is most fun with friends. With your own server the world is always there, including for Calamity and other mods.