Rent or self-host?
| Self-hosted | Rented on Flux | |
|---|---|---|
| Server software | Free from Steam, Windows only (Wine on Linux) | Included, run under Wine for you |
| Hardware | A strong machine on around the clock | 3 to 5 dedicated vCores, 10 to 18 GB |
| Ports | Two UDP ports to open and forward | Opened and routed for you |
| Settings | Launch arguments and an ini file to write by hand | A form with every setting |
| Prospects | Copy save files and edit LoadProspect | Prospects in a tab: play, upload, download |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Players | 3 vCores | 10 GB | 25 GB SSD | $8.49/mo |
| 6 Players | 4 vCores | 14 GB | 30 GB SSD | $10.99/mo |
| 8 Players | 5 vCores | 18 GB | 35 GB SSD | $12.99/mo |
Frequently asked questions
Where can I rent an Icarus server?
On Flux, from $8.49/month for 4 players, $10.99/month for 6 and $12.99/month for 8, with every setting in the browser, prospects and backups.