Complete Hytale Server Hosting Guide 2026
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ServerAdmin_Tom 📅 2026-01-17
With Hytale’s Early Access launch, many communities are rushing to set up dedicated servers. Here’s our complete guide to hosting your own Hytale server in 2026.
Hardware Requirements
Minimum (10-20 Players)
- CPU: 4 cores @ 3.0 GHz
- RAM: 8 GB dedicated
- Storage: 50 GB SSD
- Network: 100 Mbps uplink
Recommended (50+ Players)
- CPU: 8 cores @ 3.5 GHz
- RAM: 16 GB dedicated
- Storage: 200 GB NVMe SSD
- Network: 1 Gbps uplink
Software Setup
Step 1: Download Server Files
wget https://hytale.com/server/hytale-server-latest.zip
unzip hytale-server-latest.zip
Step 2: Configure Server Properties
Edit server.properties:
server-name=My Awesome Server
max-players=50
game-mode=survival
difficulty=normal
spawn-protection=16
enable-whitelist=false
Step 3: Port Forwarding
Hytale uses port 25565 by default (configurable). Ensure this port is forwarded in your router/firewall.
Step 4: Launch
./hytale-server start
Performance Optimization
View Distance Management
Lower view distances reduce CPU load significantly:
- 10 chunks: Light servers
- 6 chunks: High population
- 4 chunks: Large events
Pregenerate Your World
./hytale-server pregen --radius 5000
This prevents lag spikes when players explore new areas.
Memory Allocation
For Java-based components:
java -Xms4G -Xmx8G -jar hytale-server.jar
Hosting Providers
If you don’t want to self-host, consider:
| Provider | Starting Price | Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Hosting | $7.49/mo | US, EU, Asia |
| Shockbyte | $5.00/mo | Global |
| Nodecraft | $9.98/mo | US, EU |
Security Essentials
- Enable whitelist for private servers
- Install an anti-cheat mod (several available already)
- Regular backups (automate with cron jobs)
- Use DDoS protection for public servers
Your community awaits. Happy hosting!