Game Server Cost Calculator
Estimate monthly costs for hosting a game server.
Enter player slots, RAM, and storage to get a cost breakdown.
Estimated Server Cost
Game server hosting costs depend on several factors:
Key cost drivers:
- Player slots: More players need more CPU and RAM
- RAM: Most games need 2-8 GB for a standard server
- Storage: Map sizes and mods increase storage needs
- CPU priority: High-tick-rate games need more CPU
Typical pricing (per month):
| Game Type | Players | RAM | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minecraft | 10-20 | 4 GB | $10-20 |
| Valheim | 10 | 4 GB | $12-18 |
| ARK | 20-40 | 8 GB | $20-35 |
| Rust | 50-100 | 8-16 GB | $25-50 |
Cost formula (estimate):
Monthly Cost ≈ (RAM GB × $3) + (Player Slots × $0.15) + (Storage GB × $0.05) + Base Fee
The base fee covers CPU allocation and network bandwidth. Actual prices vary by hosting provider and region.