How to Host a Hytale Server: The Ultimate Guide (2026)

With Hytale's launch, thousands of players are looking to start their own communities. Whether you want a private world for friends or a massive public server with custom mini-games, hosting a dedicated server is the way to go.

This guide covers everything you need to know to get your Hytale server running.

System Requirements

Hytale is more demanding than Minecraft, especially for servers handling the new physics and AI systems.

Minimum (Small Group, Vanilla):

CPU: 4 Cores (3.5GHz+)
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 20GB SSD

Recommended (20+ Players, Mods):

CPU: 6-8 Cores (Ryzen 7 / i7)
RAM: 8GB - 16GB
Storage: 50GB NVMe SSD
Network: 1Gbps Uplink

Note: Hytale servers require Java 21 or higher.

Option 1: Professional Hosting (Recommended)

The easiest way to host is using a specialized provider like HostedGG.

Choose a Plan: Visit our Hytale Hosting Page.
- Starter (4GB) is perfect for small friend groups.
- Standard (8GB) is ideal for growing communities.
Select Location: Pick a server location closest to your players for the best ping.
Instant Deploy: Our system automatically installs the server software.
Play: You get an IP address immediately. No port forwarding required.

Option 2: Self-Hosting (Advanced)

If you have a powerful spare PC and good internet, you can host it yourself.

Step 1: Install Java 21

Download and install the latest Java Development Kit (JDK) 21.

# Ubuntu/Debian
sudo apt install openjdk-21-jre-headless

Step 2: Download Server Files

Once Hytale releases on January 13th, download the hytale-server.jar from the official Hytale website.

Step 3: Initial Setup

Create a folder for your server and move the jar file there. Run the server for the first time to generate config files:

java -Xms2G -Xmx4G -jar hytale-server.jar

You will need to accept the EULA in the generated text file.

Step 4: Configuration

Edit the server.properties file to customize your world:

game-mode: Set to survival (Exploration) or creative.
view-distance: Lower this if you experience lag (default is usually 12).
world-seed: Enter a custom seed or leave blank for random.

Step 5: Port Forwarding

Hytale uses QUIC over UDP. You must forward the following port in your router settings:

Port: 25565 (UDP)

Warning: Port forwarding exposes your home IP to the internet. Be careful who you share your address with.

Essential Admin Commands

Once you're in-game, hit / to open the console. Here are the basics:

/gamemode [player] [mode]: Switch between survival and creative.
/tp [player] [target]: Teleport players.
/give [player] [item] [amount]: Spawn items.
/ban [player]: Remove a player from the server.

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