Unturned Server Hosting Tutorial for Devs

Welcome Devs! If you’re looking for a thrilling multiplayer gaming experience, you’ll love hosting your own Unturned server. In this tutorial, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide to setting up and hosting your very own server for you and your friends to enjoy. We’ll cover everything from choosing a hosting provider to customizing your server settings. Let’s get started!

Choosing Your Hosting Provider

Before diving into the technical details of setting up your server, you’ll need to choose a hosting provider. When selecting a provider, consider factors such as performance, reliability, and cost.

Some popular hosting providers for Unturned servers include:

Provider	Price per month (USD)	Features
Nodecraft	$10.95+	Dedicated IP, DDoS protection, multiple locations
Survival Servers	$11.50+	Instant setup, mod support, control panel
BisectHosting	$2.99+	24/7 support, SSD storage, custom control panel

Once you’ve selected a hosting provider, you can proceed with setting up your server.

Installing Unturned

Before you can start hosting your own Unturned server, you’ll need to have the game installed on your computer. You can download the game from the official website or through your Steam account.

To install the game on your computer:

1. Go to the official Unturned website or log into your Steam account
2. Download the game client
3. Install the game

With the game client installed, you can proceed with setting up your server.

Creating Your Server

The next step is to create your server files. You can create server files manually or use a server management tool such as Rocket or Uconomy to streamline the process.

To create your server files manually:

1. Create a new folder on your computer
2. Copy and paste the Unturned server files into the folder
3. Create a new text document called “start.bat”
4. Edit the text document and add the command “start Unturned.exe -batchmode -nographics +secureserver/ServerName”
5. Save the text document and rename it to “start.bat”

With your server files created, you’re ready to configure your server settings.

Configuring Your Server Settings

With your server files created, you can now configure your server settings to your liking. This includes the game mode, difficulty, maximum players, and more.

To configure your server settings:

1. Open the server folder and locate the “Commands.dat” file
2. Edit the file using a text editor such as Notepad
3. Add the desired commands and settings. For example, to set the maximum number of players to 16, add the command “maxplayers 16”
4. Save the file and exit

FAQ

How do I join my own server?

To join your own server, launch the game client and click “Play”. Choose “Internet” as the server type and your server should appear in the list.

How do I add mods to my server?

To add mods to your server, you’ll need to download and install the mods onto your server files. You can do this manually or use a mod management tool such as Rocket Mod. Once the mods are installed, you’ll need to update your server’s configuration files to activate the mods.

How do I back up my server files?

To back up your server files, simply copy and paste the entire server folder onto a separate location on your computer. You can also use a backup management tool such as Rclone or Duplicacy for automated backups.

How do I troubleshoot common issues with my server?

If you’re experiencing issues with your server, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take. These include checking your server configuration files, verifying your game files, and updating your server software. You can also seek help from the community forums or your hosting provider’s support team.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve successfully set up and hosted your own Unturned server. With your server up and running, you can now invite your friends to join the game and experience the excitement of multiplayer gaming. We hope this tutorial has been helpful in getting you started with Unturned server hosting. Happy gaming!