An infrastructure solution for the ultimate gaming experience
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High-frequency AMD Ryzen 9800X3D and 9950X3D processors
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Up to 256 GB of DDR5 RAM
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Game DDoS Protection included
The solution designed by gamers, for entertainment experts
Performance
OVHcloud Game servers are optimised to deliver maximum power at all times. With AMD Ryzen™ 9800X3D and 9950X3D processors running at up to 5.7 GHz and ultra-fast DDR5 memory, our servers provide stable hosting and consistent performance, even during periods of high demand. These features, combined with water cooling technology, help to maintain peak performance over time, a necessity for resource-intensive game servers like Minecraft, Rust, or ARK.
Expertise
With over 20 years of bare metal expertise, OVHcloud designs, assembles, and maintains its own infrastructure. This end-to-end control (from hardware to network) provides a trusted environment and gives you complete control over your data. Drawing on their deep knowledge of gaming, our passionate engineers work closely with gaming communities and studios to build servers tailored to the exact needs of the industry.
Reliability
With OVHcloud’s Game DDoS Protection, your game is shielded from attacks and your players benefit from lag-free gameplay. It provides real-time protection against malicious traffic and keep your servers running smoothly. This reliability is backed by a 99.95% SLA, ensuring your infrastructure is available virtually all the time. Your players enjoy a smooth and secure gaming experience, supported by robust hosting architecture and efficient data management.
Explore our selection of Game servers
8 c / 16 t
4.7 GHz / 5.2 GHz
8 c / 16 t
4.7 GHz / 5.2 GHz
8 c / 16 t
4.7 GHz / 5.2 GHz
8 c / 16 t
4.7 GHz / 5.2 GHz
16 c / 32 t
4.3 GHz / 5.7 GHz
16 c / 32 t
4.3 GHz / 5.7 GHz
16 c / 32 t
4.3 GHz / 5.7 GHz
16 c / 32 t
4.3 GHz / 5.7 GHz
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Secure your players’ gaming experience with Game DDoS Protection
Denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks remain a persistent danger for online gaming communities. Game DDoS Protection, built directly into Game dedicated servers, has been specially engineered to block harmful traffic without slowing down the network.
It operates in real time across OSI layers 3, 4, and 7 to safeguard against intrusion attempts while maintaining low latency. You can conveniently adjust it in your Control Panel, with no complex technical steps needed.
For more details, please visit our page on protection against DDoS attacks in gaming.
Game server features
HARDWARE
High-frequency processors
Game servers are equipped with AMD Ryzen™ 9800X3D and 9950X3D processors, offering speeds of up to 5.7 GHz. This high frequency delivers fast load times, even in the most demanding game sessions.
DDR5 memory
With as much as 256 GB of DDR5 RAM, you get expanded memory and better multitasking capabilities. Game servers are built to ensure your gaming sessions remain stable, no matter the player load.
NVMe SSD storage
Each server comes with NVMe SSD drives, offering ultra-fast access for your data, maps, and configuration files. When placing your order, you can customise storage by choosing the type, capacity, or RAID mode to match your performance or redundancy requirements.
Dedicated backup space
500 GB of space is included free of charge with each server. This space, separate from the main machine, can be expanded to 10 TB. It’s perfect for protecting your backups, configuration files, or critical data.
SOFTWARE
A broad range of operating systems to choose from
Choose from a selection of compatible operating systems: AlmaLinux, Debian, Fedora, Rocky Linux, or Ubuntu. These environments deliver the flexibility needed for gaming andhosting projects.
Control panels
Simplify setup and maintenance with Plesk or cPanel admin interfaces. They make it easier to manage services, domains, and backups, while optimising storage and data usage.
Integrated virtualisation
You can run several gaming or admin environments on one physical server with Proxmox VE or Microsoft Hyper-V. A great option for shared infrastructures and managing multiple Minecraft, Rust, or CS:GO servers.
Compatibility with OVHcloud VPS
Our VPS can be paired with Game servers to distribute the load, host your supplementary services (databases, Discord bots, websites), or isolate specific critical functions of your gaming platforms.
NETWORK AND SECURITY
1 Gbps public bandwidth
Each server benefits from 1 Gbps of public bandwidth, and unlimited traffic (excluding APAC). With this level of throughput, connectivity stays smooth and performance is stable, even when traffic is at its heaviest.
IPv4 and IPv6 addresses included
Each Game server has a public IPv4 address and an IPv6 block. You may also add additional IP addresses for your multi-game environments orhosting services.
Additional IP and Bring Your Own IP (BYOIP)
Move your IP addresses across different OVHcloud servers or bring your own IP blocks to maintain uninterrupted data and service availability, even during migrations or infrastructure updates.
IPMI and remote access
Access your server at any time via the IPMI console. In case of a breakdown or incident, you can use it to diagnose and reboot your machine remotely, independent of the operating system.
Integrated Game DDoS Protection
All Game servers include Game DDoS Protection designed for gaming. It filters out dangerous traffic in real time across OSI layers 3, 4, and 7, without compromising network performance.
OBSERVABILITY
99.95% SLA
A 99.95% service level agreement (SLA) means every Game server is guaranteed to be available nearly all of the time, with fast support if anything goes wrong.
Network Security Dashboard
From your Control Panel, you can monitor network traffic, test latency, and assess the effectiveness of DDoS protection. This interface gives you a comprehensive overview of your network performance and data security.
Resource monitoring
Track how much processing power, memory, bandwidth, and storage are being used in real time. With integrated observability tools, you can proactively identify scaling demands and adjust your configuration.
Carbon Calculator
Analyse how much energy your servers consume and their impact on the planet. The OVHcloud Carbon Calculator provides in-depth reports that help you optimise yourhosting infrastructure and reduce your carbon footprint.
Use cases
Community hosting
Create a shared gaming space where your community can grow without disruption. Game dedicated servers provide stable performance and the flexibility to tailor your gaming environment.
Game virtualisation
Combine multiple virtual servers onto a single physical machine to optimise costs. You can set up separate gaming environments, isolated from one another, but all sharing the same computing resources and centralised DDoS protection.
E-sport tournaments
A stable and latency-free infrastructure is required to host online tournaments. Event organisers use our Game servers to host international competitions, for complete control over network performance and traffic.
“Something we love about OVHcloud is the high degree of automation, and the extensive API. It’s very rare that we even need to contact support, because we have access to practically all of the tools we need.”
Mitch Smith, CEO and Founder, Shockbyte
Case study
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Find the right server for your game
Each game has its own requirements. Pick the server that best fits your environment from our optimised solutions:
For a full list of our available configurations, check out our Build your gaming platform page.
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Configure your server to match your needs for RAM, public bandwidth, and storage space.
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Support and documentation
We offer a range of documentation and online support to assist you in setting up and configuring your OVHcloud product.
Your questions answered
Why choose OVHcloud to host game servers?
Our servers combine hardware power, security, and expertise, and are designed to maintain a high level of performance, even during peak loads. What’s more, Game DDoS Protection protects your players while ensuring very low latency.
What do the setup fees include?
The setup fees cover server assembly and commissioning in our datacentres. There are no setup fees when you opt for a 12-month commitment.
How does a game server work?
A game server acts as the central hub for all data and player interactions within a shared virtual world. It handles connections, syncs actions, and stabilises gameplay.
How do I set up a dedicated game server?
From your OVHcloud Control Panel, choose your configuration, and install the operating system, then launch the game you wish to play. You can also customise ports, mods, and network settings to match your needs.
How do I make my server more secure?
In addition to anti-DDoS protection, we recommend using firewall rules, managing access via SSH keys, and regularly updating your OS and game files.
How do I maintain my game server’s performance?
Continuously monitor CPU, RAM, and bandwidth resources via the admin interface. You have the option to add NVMe drives or RAM without interrupting your service.
Why are dedicated GPU servers a must-have for the gaming industry?
With GPU-dedicated servers, you can run graphics engines or advanced simulations with accelerated rendering. They are essential for streaming, cloud gaming, and 3D design. Discover our dedicated GPU range.