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How to Install Unturned Plugins (RocketMod/OpenMod) & Workshop Maps
Install Unturned plugins with RocketMod or OpenMod and add Workshop maps so clients auto-download. A clear step-by-step server guide.
Best Unturned Plugins & Maps for 2026
The best Unturned plugins and Workshop maps for 2026: Uconomy, Kits, ZaupShop, TPA, plus Russia, Elver and top community maps.
Best Enshrouded Mods & Server Settings (2026)
Enshrouded's modding scene is young, so the biggest wins come from server settings. Here are the mods that exist plus the presets that matter.
How to Install Garry's Mod Addons (Workshop Collections)
Learn how to install Garry's Mod addons using a Steam Workshop Collection, host_workshop_collection, and a GSLT so clients auto-download your server's content on join.
Best Palworld Mods & Server Settings for 2026
The most-tuned Palworld server settings for 2026 plus the early modding ecosystem — UE4SS, PalSchema, capture-rate and rebalance mods — to shape rates, PvP, and progression.
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.
How to Set Up a V Rising Dedicated Server on a VPS
Host a persistent V Rising world for your clan: SteamCMD install, running the Windows-only server on Linux with Proton, ports 9876–9877, and PvP/PvE configuration.
How to Configure a FiveM Server (server.cfg Explained)
A line-by-line guide to the FiveM server.cfg file: endpoints, hostname, maxclients, resources, convars, RCON, and the license key — with safe examples.
How to Set Up a Left 4 Dead 2 Dedicated Server
Host your own L4D2 dedicated server on a Linux VPS with SteamCMD, configure campaigns and difficulty, and keep it running for co-op and versus.
How to Set Up a Team Fortress 2 Dedicated Server
Run your own TF2 dedicated server on a Linux VPS with SteamCMD, pick your maps and game mode, add a GSLT, and keep it online with systemd.
How Many Players Can a VPS Game Server Handle?
A practical, honest answer: player capacity depends on the game, your specs and your settings. Here's how to estimate it and how to squeeze out more headroom.
Best VPS for Minecraft Server Hosting: What to Look For
A no-hype buyer's guide to picking a VPS that runs a smooth Minecraft server — the specs that actually matter and how to size a plan for your player count.
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