With Hytale's Early Access release, many players want to create their own server to play with friends or build a community. Choosing the right Hytale hosting provider is crucial: it determines your server's performance, stability, and security.
In this guide, we review all the criteria to consider when choosing the best Hytale server hosting for your needs.
1. Essential criteria
Here are the 6 criteria to evaluate when choosing your Hytale hosting provider:
Performance
CPU, RAM, NVMe storage
CriticalAnti-DDoS Protection
Security against attacks
CriticalTechnical Support
Responsiveness and expertise
ImportantGuaranteed Uptime
Server availability
ImportantControl Panel
Intuitive interface
ComfortValue for Money
Adapted budget
Variable2. Performance: CPU and RAM
Hytale is a resource-intensive game. To ensure a smooth, lag-free experience, your Hytale server needs:
Recommended configuration by player count:
Choose AMD EPYC or Ryzen processors that offer excellent single-thread performance, essential for game servers. NVMe storage is also crucial for fast loading times.
3. Anti-DDoS Protection
DDoS attacks are unfortunately common on game servers. A good Hytale hosting provider must include permanent Anti-DDoS protection to guarantee your server's 24/7 availability.
Warning: Some hosting providers charge extra for Anti-DDoS protection or offer basic protection that's insufficient. Verify that protection is included and suitable for game servers ("GAME" mitigation).
Good Anti-DDoS protection filters malicious traffic without impacting legitimate players, with minimal latency.
4. Technical Support
Server problem at 10 PM on a Saturday? You need responsive technical support. Evaluate:
- Contact channels: Discord, email, ticket? Discord usually offers the fastest responses.
- Response time: Under 24h is okay, under 6h is good, under 1h is excellent.
- Hytale expertise: A specialized host knows the game's specifics.
- Language: Support in your language avoids misunderstandings.
5. Control Panel
The control panel is your daily interface for managing your Hytale server. A good panel should offer:
6. Value for Money
Hytale server hosting prices typically range from $5 to $30/month depending on resources. Here's what influences pricing:
Tip: Be wary of too-cheap offers. A $3/month host often compromises on hardware quality or support. Choose a specialized Hytale hosting provider with good value for money.
7. Mistakes to Avoid
Choosing based on price alone
A server that lags or crashes regularly will ruin your community's gaming experience.
Ignoring server location
A server hosted abroad = more latency for European players. Choose a host with servers near your players.
Neglecting Anti-DDoS protection
Without protection, a simple attack can make your server inaccessible for hours.
Underestimating RAM needs
Hytale with mods consumes more resources. Plan for a safety margin.
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