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March 15, 20265 min read

Getting Started with Game Server Hosting

Setting up a game server can feel daunting if you have never done it before. This guide walks you through getting your first game server running on NoobHost.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Head to noobhost.com/signup and create your account. You can sign up with email, or use GitHub or Google for one-click SSO.

Step 2: Choose Your Game

From your dashboard, click "Game Servers" in the sidebar. We support 20 games including:

  • Minecraft (Java and Bedrock)
  • ARK: Survival Ascended
  • ARK: Survival Evolved
  • Rust
  • Valheim
  • Terraria
  • Palworld
  • Counter-Strike 2
  • 7 Days to Die
  • Project Zomboid
  • Factorio
  • Satisfactory
  • V Rising
  • Enshrouded
  • Garry's Mod
  • Team Fortress 2
  • Left 4 Dead 2
  • Sons of the Forest
  • Vein

Select the game you want to host.

Step 3: Pick Your Plan

Choose a plan based on your player count and performance needs. Plans range from Sandbox (2GB RAM) to Titan (32GB RAM). All plans include:

  • DDoS protection
  • Automatic backups
  • Full control panel access via Pterodactyl
  • Mod and plugin support
  • SFTP file access

Step 4: Server Setup

Once you have selected your game and plan, our system provisions your server automatically. You will receive:

  • Server IP address and port
  • Control panel login
  • SFTP access details

Step 5: Campaigns

NoobHost uses a campaign system for game servers. Each campaign is a saved world that you can swap between on the same VPS. Create multiple campaigns for different maps, modpacks, or game modes without needing separate servers.

Step 6: Configure and Play

Use the Pterodactyl control panel to customize your server settings, install mods, upload custom maps, and manage players. Share your server address with friends and start playing.

Tips for New Server Admins

  • Start small - You can always upgrade your plan later as your community grows
  • Use campaigns - Swap between worlds without paying for extra servers
  • Enable backups - They are included with your plan; make sure automatic backups are turned on
  • Use the control panel - It handles most tasks without needing SSH or command line knowledge

Need help? Our support team is available via the support section of your dashboard.

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