Rent or self-host?
| Self-hosted | Rented on Flux | |
|---|---|---|
| Server software | Free from Steam | Included |
| Hardware | A machine on around the clock, with a virtual display on Linux | 1.5 to 2.5 dedicated vCores, 3 to 5.5 GB |
| Cross-play by IP | Two UDP ports to open and forward | Opened and routed for you |
| Worlds | Copy files and edit -world by hand | 30 slots in a tab: switch, create, upload, restore |
| Admins and bans | Edit Admins.json and PlayerBans.json while stopped | A tab |
| Updates | Restart by hand after each game update | Automatic, when nobody is playing |
| DDoS protection | Yours to arrange | Included |
Plans on Flux
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Players | 1.5 vCores | 3 GB | 10 GB SSD | $4.49/mo |
| 16 Players | 2 vCores | 4.5 GB | 15 GB SSD | $5.49/mo |
| 32 Players | 2.5 vCores | 5.5 GB | 20 GB SSD | $5.99/mo |
Frequently asked questions
Where can I rent a Core Keeper server?
On Flux, from $4.49/month for 8 players with cross-play by IP, 30 world slots and mods, among other hosts.