What games can you host on a VPS?
Online gaming has only grown even more in popularity in recent years. With the dreaded lockdowns of 2020 and the aftermath of getting back to normal, it became a common pass time to hop online with friends and create a Minecraft server, or take out some enemies in Counter-Strike. In fact, in 2020, 82% of global consumers were playing video games.
So with that rapid increase, you might be considering a server to host games on yourself. A VPS can be a great choice for this. You can count on reliability, high-performance, top speeds, and dedicated resources, minus the price tag of a dedicated server. If it’s still something you’re thinking about, we’ve put together this blog post to show you just a few of the games you can host on a VPS.
Satisfactory
With a big release update having arrived on 10th September, it’s a great time to start playing this factory building game. Created by CoffeeStain Studios, creators of such classics as Goat Simulator, Satisfactory is a first-person, open-world game where you can explore, build and even fight. It’s got a little bit of everything.
After landing on an alien planet, you must scavenge in order to build factories and link them, so they can eventually manage the construction process for you. You can even add your friends and explore the world together.
The new update brings several added resource features, recipe updates, research updates and plenty more exciting optimisations. This update has also added official support for game servers. For full details on what’s just arrived, head over to the Satisfactory Steam page.
Project Zomboid
If you love zombie survival games like DayZ, Project Zomboid is likely going to be a game for you. Battle the undead alone, or play with a team, and craft items that help you survive. But zombies aren’t the only things you’ll be fighting. Protect yourself and your team against depression, starvation, loneliness and infection, all while keeping one eye over your shoulder.
With a big update looming, Project Zomboid is another one to play while it’s hot off the press. Explore the vast map and set up your fortress, with a fully customisable sandbox for you to sink your teeth into.
Terraria
First released for Windows in 2011, Terraria is the action-packed adventure game that just keeps growing. Now with over 58 million players and a new update coming (seems to be a theme!) Terraria takes you on a journey of creativity and combat. Create your own city, meet new allies and craft your gear, with limitless options for what you can do and build.
Now available on Windows, IOS, Android, Nintendo Switch and more, buy a VPS, grab your friends and start exploring.
Minecraft
A classic. We’re sure we don’t need to give Minecraft much of an introduction, and with a movie on the horizon it’s popularity is only anticipated to sky-rocket. Sadly Jack Black doesn’t appear in the game, but there’s plenty of other fun features and surprises to enjoy. Minecraft has come a long way since its launch in 2011.
Create your server and survive Creepers, and Zombies, or explore the Nether and build anything you can imagine. Start a farm, trade with villagers, and craft to your heart's content. This game is probably the most popular choice for hosting on a VPS, and if you choose the right one you’ll never lag or drop out.
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For more support on how to set up a Minecraft server, check out our YouTube channel. Over there we’ve got how-to guides on setting up on both Windows and Linux.
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2, in case you hadn’t heard, is the free update to CS:GO, with modernised graphics and upgraded networking. If you’ve not played before, Counter Strike is a free to play, first-person shooter with tons of maps, a huge choice of upgraded weapons and completely redesigned visuals and audio.
In Counter-Strike 2, you now have fully interactive smoke grenades and effects, plus fully overhauled maps, weapon skins and player models. Build a team, kit out your inventory and take advantage of new, high-resolution models.
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