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Game servers · 3 min read ·

How to Install ARK Mods on Your Server

A step-by-step guide to installing ARK mods on your server, covering Steam Workshop IDs for ASE, CurseForge IDs for ASA, the ActiveMods and -mods= launch args, and client auto-download.

Game servers · 3 min read ·

Best ARK Mods for 2026 (ASE & ASA)

The must-have ARK mods for 2026 across ASE and ASA, from Structures Plus and Awesome SpyGlass to Dino Storage v2, stacking mods, and map mods like Astraeos.

Game servers · 4 min read ·

How to Run Any SteamCMD Game Server on a Linux VPS

Learn the one workflow behind every Steam dedicated server: install SteamCMD, log in anonymously, install by App ID, open ports, and run it as a systemd service.

Game servers · 3 min read ·

How to Set Up a Vintage Story Server

Host a Vintage Story server the developer's way (no SteamCMD): download the server package, install .NET, open port 42420, configure the world, and run it as a service.

Game servers · 4 min read ·

ARK: Survival Ascended Server Requirements

ASA is built on Unreal Engine 5 and eats RAM like no other survival game. Here's the real RAM, CPU, and storage you need — per map and for clusters.

Game servers · 4 min read ·

How to Set Up an ARK: Survival Ascended Server on a VPS

ARK: Survival Ascended is the most demanding survival server around, and its dedicated build is Windows-only. Here's how to run it on Linux with Proton, or on Windows.

Game servers · 5 min read ·

How to Host a Create Mod Minecraft Server

The Create mod adds mechanical contraptions and automation. Here's how to host a Create-based server on Linux, solo mod or full pack.

Game servers · 3 min read ·

How to Set Up an ARK: Survival Ascended Server

Tame dinos on your own persistent ARK: Survival Ascended server. Install with SteamCMD, pick a map, tune rates and open the UDP ports.

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