Game servers tutorials
Step-by-step game server tutorials: host Minecraft, Palworld, Valheim and Project Zomboid on Ubuntu with SteamCMD, systemd, UFW rules and world backups.
6 tutorials
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How to Install SteamCMD on Ubuntu 24.04
Install SteamCMD on Ubuntu 24.04 in 7 steps: enable multiverse and i386, accept the Steam license, add a steam user, and download servers with app_update.
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How to Make a Minecraft Server on Ubuntu 24.04 (Paper, Java 25)
How to make a Minecraft server on Ubuntu 24.04: install Java 25 and Paper, run it with systemd, open TCP port 25565 in UFW, and back up the world daily.
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How to Make a Modded Minecraft Server on Ubuntu 24.04
Make a modded Minecraft server on Ubuntu 24.04 with Fabric or NeoForge: match Java, add mods or a server pack, run it under systemd and open port 25565.
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How to Host a Palworld Dedicated Server on Ubuntu 24.04
Host a Palworld dedicated server on Ubuntu 24.04 with SteamCMD and systemd: open UDP port 8211, set PalWorldSettings.ini, and add daily restarts and backups.
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How to Host a Valheim Dedicated Server on Ubuntu 24.04
Host a Valheim dedicated server on Ubuntu 24.04 with SteamCMD and systemd: turn on crossplay, open UDP ports 2456-2457, and back up the world before updates.
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How to Host a Project Zomboid Dedicated Server on Ubuntu 24.04
Host a Project Zomboid dedicated server on Ubuntu 24.04 with SteamCMD and systemd: set the Java heap, open UDP 16261 and 16262, and back up the world.
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