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Can you host a game server on a VPS?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 2:56 pm

Do you want to host your own private game server? You can do that on a Virtual Private Server (VPS). A VPS is like a server farm that you can rent from a hosting company.

It’s like having your own server, but you don’t have to deal with the installation or upkeep. Plus, VPSes are affordable, so you can get one to host your game server without breaking the bank.

PRO TIP: Hosting a game server on a VPS can be risky as VPSs are not designed for real-time applications and can often be unstable. If you host a game server on a VPS, you may experience issues with lag, disconnections, and poor performance.

One downside to using a VPS for hosting your game server is that you can’t always access the server from outside your network. If you want to allow players from other networks to join your game, you’ll need to set up port forwarding on your router. You can find more information on port forwarding here: https://www.

howtogeek.com/122868/how-to-forward-ports-on-your-router-for- gaming/.

In conclusion, hosting your own game server on a VPS is a viable option if you want to keep costs down and have more control over your server. Just be sure to research how to set up port forwarding if you want to allow players from other networks to join your game.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.