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How to Set Up an Enshrouded Dedicated Server
Host a persistent Enshrouded world for up to 16 players. Install with SteamCMD, edit the JSON config and open the UDP ports.
How to Set Up a 7 Days to Die Server
Survive the horde together on your own 7 Days to Die server. Install via SteamCMD, edit serverconfig.xml and open the ports for co-op survival.
How to Set Up a Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Server
Host your own CS2 server for scrims and community play. Install with SteamCMD, get a GSLT token, pick a game mode and open the ports.
How to Set Up a Palworld Dedicated Server
Host a persistent Palworld world for up to 32 players. Install via SteamCMD, tune the game settings and open UDP port 8211.
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