Renting versus self-hosting
- Always on, whoever is playing, with no host PC and no port forwarding.
- The 32 GB install, game updates and workshop downloads are handled for you.
- DDoS protection and a choice of 50+ countries.
- Self-hosting is free if you already have the hardware and a stable connection.
What a rented server should include
- All the settings in a form, not a text file to edit while the server is stopped.
- Workshop maps and mutators without copying files.
- A map cycle you can change, and a live player list with kick and ban.
- Backups of the settings and automatic game updates.
The plans
| Plan | Players | CPU | RAM | Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squad | 6 (co-op) | 2 vCores | 4 GB | 40 GB SSD | $5.49/mo |
| Squad Plus | 6 (co-op) | 3 vCores | 5 GB | 45 GB SSD | $7.49/mo |
| Versus | Up to 12 (Versus) | 4 vCores | 8 GB | 50 GB SSD | $9.49/mo |
Frequently asked questions
Is renting a server allowed?
Many hosts rent Killing Floor 2 servers, and the dedicated server is a free download for anyone. We have not found a rule against it.