## Why Host Your Own 7 Days to Die Server? 7 Days to Die blends survival horror, crafting, and tower defense into one of the most intense multiplayer experiences out there. Every 7th night, a Blood Moon horde descends on your base—and defending it with friends is what makes this game legendary. Running your own server gives you: * **Full control** over difficulty, loot, and zombie settings * **24/7 availability** so your group can play anytime * **Persistent world** that keeps running while you're offline * **Custom settings** to tweak everything from zombie speed to loot abundance * **Mod support** for overhaul mods like Darkness Falls or Undead Legacy ## Choosing the Right Plan 7 Days to Die can be demanding, especially during Blood Moon hordes. Here's what we recommend: | Players | RAM | Recommended | | ------- | ---- | ---------------- | | 1-4 | 4 GB | Starter plan | | 4-8 | 6 GB | Standard plan | | 8-16 | 8 GB | Performance plan | **Tip**: Blood Moon hordes with many players generate a lot of zombies. If you're planning big horde nights with 8+ players, go one tier higher. ## Step 1: Deploy Your Server Getting started takes less than 2 minutes: 1. Go to [HostedGG 7 Days to Die hosting](/games/7-days-to-die) 2. Choose your plan based on player count 3. Complete checkout 4. Your server is ready in 60 seconds Once deployed, you'll receive an email with your server details. ## Step 2: Access Your Control Panel 1. Log into the HostedGG panel 2. Click **Manage** on your 7 Days to Die server 3. You'll see your server dashboard with all controls The server starts automatically with default settings on the latest stable version. ## Step 3: Get Your Connection Details On your server dashboard, you'll find: * **IP Address**: Your server's connection address * **Game Port**: The port to connect on * **Telnet Password**: For remote admin commands (found in Startup settings) Write these down—you'll need them to connect. ## Step 4: Configure Server Settings Before inviting friends, customize your server from the **Startup** tab: ### Gameplay Settings * **Max Players**: Up to 16 concurrent players * **Game Difficulty**: 0 (Scavenger) to 5 (Insane) * **Auto Update**: Keep your server on the latest version automatically ### Advanced Settings * **Beta Branch**: Switch to experimental builds (e.g. `latest_experimental`) * **Network Protocols**: Fine-tune networking for best performance * **Telnet Password**: Secure your admin console ### Editing serverconfig.xml For deeper customization, use the **File Manager** to edit `serverconfig.xml`: * Blood Moon frequency and zombie count * Day/night cycle length * Loot abundance and respawn time * Land claim settings * XP and block damage multipliers * Air drops and supply crate frequency ## Step 5: Connect to Your Server ### From the 7 Days to Die Main Menu 1. Launch **7 Days to Die** 2. Click **Join a Game** 3. Click **Connect to IP...** 4. Enter your **IP Address** and **Port** 5. Click **Connect** ### Using the Server Browser 1. Click **Join a Game** 2. Search for your server name 3. Click **Connect** 4. Enter the password if you've set one ## Step 6: Admin Commands As the server admin, you can manage everything through the telnet console or in-game console (press F1): ### Essential Commands | Command | Purpose | | --------------------------------- | -------------------------- | | `admin add ` | Add an admin (0 = highest) | | `kick ` | Kick a player | | `ban add ` | Ban a player | | `say ""` | Broadcast message | | `give ` | Give items to a player | | `teleportplayer ` | Teleport a player | ### Server Management | Command | Purpose | | ---------------------- | ------------------- | | `saveworld` | Force a world save | | `shutdown` | Graceful shutdown | | `listplayers` | List online players | | `settime ` | Change in-game time | | `spawnsupplycrate` | Spawn a supply drop | ## Step 7: Installing Mods 7 Days to Die has a massive modding community. To install mods: 1. Download the mod from [7daystodiemods.com](https://7daystodiemods.com) or Nexus Mods 2. In your panel, go to **File Manager** 3. Upload the mod files to the `Mods` folder 4. Restart your server ### Popular Overhaul Mods * **Darkness Falls** - Complete overhaul with new classes, enemies, and progression * **Undead Legacy** - Expanded crafting, vehicles, and survival mechanics * **War of the Walkers** - New weapons, zombies, and quality of life improvements * **Ravenhearst** - Hardcore survival with expanded cooking, farming, and building ### Quality of Life Mods * **Server Tools** - Admin utilities and automated tasks * **Better Vehicle Handling** - Improved driving physics * **Bigger Backpack** - Expanded inventory space ## Blood Moon Survival Tips The Blood Moon is what sets 7 Days to Die apart. Here's how to prepare: 1. **Build strong** - Reinforce your base with concrete and steel before day 7 2. **Stock ammo** - You'll burn through ammunition fast during hordes 3. **Multiple defenses** - Use spike traps, electric fences, and turrets in layers 4. **Escape routes** - Always have a backup plan if your main base gets overrun 5. **Elevation advantage** - Build upward; zombies have to path to reach you ## Troubleshooting ### Can't Connect to Server * Verify IP and port are correct * Check if server is **online** in your panel * Ensure client and server versions match (check for updates) * Make sure you're not running a different beta branch than the server ### Server Performance Issues * Reduce max zombie count in `serverconfig.xml` * Lower the Blood Moon enemy count * Reduce the view distance * Consider upgrading your plan if running heavy mods ### Mods Not Working * Ensure mod version matches your game version (Alpha 21, etc.) * Check mod load order if running multiple mods * Review console output for error messages * Some overhaul mods require a fresh world ### World Reset / Corruption * Always use the **shutdown** command before stopping the server * Enable automatic backups in your panel * Keep at least 3 backup copies ## Tips for a Great Server 1. **Set Blood Moon difficulty wisely** - Start lower and increase as your group gets geared 2. **Regular backups** - Use our automatic backup system before risky experiments 3. **Start vanilla** - Get comfortable before adding overhaul mods 4. **Build a community** - Share your server on r/7daystodie and Steam discussions 5. **Coordinate horde nights** - The best memories come from surviving Blood Moons together *** Ready to survive the apocalypse? [Deploy your 7 Days to Die server now](/games/7-days-to-die) and be playing in 60 seconds. Need help? Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/hostedgg) for support and to find other survivors.

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