Unturned Server: Host a Cheap Server with Friends (2026)
Unturned is the free zombie survival game played by millions — and it really shines with friends, on your own server: looting, building, defending your base and setting your own rules. The game is free, but to play together on a persistent world you need a server. Good news: hosting an Unturned server costs very little and takes just a few minutes. This 2026 guide covers it all: player-hosted co-op vs dedicated server, the power you need, step-by-step setup, Workshop mods and the settings that matter.
Play on a friend's machine or run a dedicated server?
The player-hosted server
Free and quick, but the world only exists while the host is online — they log off, the game stops.
Performance tied to their PC: lag as soon as the map fills up with buildings and zombies, and latency for everyone else.
No real persistence: no progressing without the host, and fragile saves sitting on a single machine.
The dedicated server
Online 24/7: everyone joins and loots whenever they want, and your base and gear stay right where you left them.
Stable performance: CPU and RAM reserved for the server.
Full control: Workshop, PvE/PvP rules, automatic backups, centralized administration.
How much RAM for an Unturned server?
Good news: Unturned is lightweight compared to other survival games. In practice:
Vanilla, small group: 2 to 4 GB of RAM is more than enough.
Modded server (Workshop) or more players: 4 GB is comfortable — map and content mods are what weigh the most.
Curated vs Vanilla: the bigger official maps (Washington, Russia, Elver…) and heavy mods need a bit more memory.
On Game-Servers, the Unturned Pro plan (4 GB) comfortably covers a modded server with friends, and its price remains one of the lowest on the market for a dedicated server in France — only fitting for a free game.
Create your Unturned server in a few minutes
No need to install SteamCMD, set up a Server Code by hand or open ports. On Game-Servers, everything happens in the configurator:
Pick your plan and the power based on your group size and your mods.
Select the region — our servers are in France, with your ping displayed live from your browser.
Name your server and launch: it's online in under two minutes.
You can even start with a low-cost trial pass to validate your map and mods over a weekend before moving to a subscription.
Adding Steam Workshop mods
This is where Unturned truly becomes yours: new maps, weapons, vehicles, RP… On a dedicated server, you add the Workshop IDs of your choice and the server downloads the content on its own. Your players get the mods automatically when they connect. Perfect for building an RP server, a custom map or a hardcore survival pack.
The settings that change your game
PvE or PvP mode, difficulty, loot and zombie rates.
Name, password and description to keep the server private or open it up to a community.
FTP file access for full control (Config.json, whitelist, commands).
Automatic backups and updates
Unturned gets updated regularly, and an outdated server blocks players from connecting until it's up to date. At Game-Servers, the update pipeline is fully automatic: new version detected, deployed, players reconnect — without you having to touch a thing. Automatic backups protect your world in parallel.
Inviting your friends
Once online, your friends join the server directly through the connection address provided in your panel — no PC to keep running. The server is there around the clock, ready to welcome your group.
FAQ
Is an Unturned server expensive?
No — it's actually one of the cheapest games to host. Expect just a few euros per month for a full dedicated server in France, and you can test it for a low price before committing.
Can I add Workshop mods?
Yes: add the Workshop IDs and the server downloads the content automatically. Your players get it when they connect.
Where are the servers hosted?
In France. Ping is measured live in the configurator so you know what to expect before creating your server.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, with no commitment on the monthly plan. And to save money, the 3 and 6-month terms come with discounted rates.
Ready to launch your Unturned server?
A cheap dedicated server, hosted in France, moddable through the Workshop, always up to date and ready in two minutes: that's everything you need to survive the Unturned apocalypse with your friends, without technical headaches or a big budget.
