Best Windows VPS Configurations for Game Servers

Optimize Performance for Minecraft, ARK, Rust & More

Why Use a Windows VPS for Game Servers?

Running game servers on a Windows VPS gives you:
✅ Dedicated resources (no lag from shared hosting)
✅ Full control (mods, plugins, custom configurations)
✅ 24/7 uptime (no home PC limitations)
✅ DDOS protection (essential for public servers)

At CloudVPS Hosts, we specialize in high-performance Windows VPS solutions optimized for popular game servers.

Recommended VPS Configurations by Game

1️⃣ Minecraft (Java/Bedrock Edition)

• CPU: 4+ vCores (Intel Xeon or AMD EPYC)

• RAM: 8GB+ (16GB recommended for modpacks)

• Storage: 100GB+ NVMe SSD

• Network: 1Gbps+ port, 10TB+ bandwidth

• OS: Windows Server 2019/2022

• Optimizations:

  • Use Aikar’s Flags for JVM arguments

  • Install PaperMC for better performance

  • Schedule daily restarts

2️⃣ ARK: Survival Evolved

• CPU: 6+ vCores (high clock speed preferred)

• RAM: 16GB+ (32GB for large clusters)

• Storage: 200GB+ NVMe SSD

• Network: 1Gbps+ with low latency

• OS: Windows Server 2019

• Optimizations:

  • Use ARK Server Manager

  • Enable -preventhibernation launch parameter

  • Schedule memory cleanup

3️⃣ Rust Server

• CPU: 8+ vCores (3.5GHz+ recommended)

• RAM: 16GB+ (32GB for 200+ players)

• Storage: 150GB+ NVMe SSD

• Network: 1Gbps+ with DDOS protection

• OS: Windows Server 2022

• Optimizations:

  • Use Oxide for plugin support

  • Set gc.buffer 2048 in config

  • Monthly map wipes recommended

4️⃣ Counter-Strike 2

• CPU: 6+ vCores (Intel preferred)

• RAM: 8GB+ (16GB for 32+ slots)

• Storage: 100GB+ NVMe SSD

• Network: 1Gbps+ with <5ms ping to major hubs

• OS: Windows Server 2019

• Optimizations:

  • Use -threads 4 -high launch options

  • Install MetaMod/SourceMod

  • Regular server restarts

Essential Game Server Optimization Tips

🚀 Performance Tweaks

✔ Disable GUI (run in headless mode)
✔ Set high process priority in Task Manager
✔ Disable Windows updates during peak hours

🔒 Security Best Practices

✔ Change RDP port from default 3389
✔ Install firewall rules for game ports only
✔ Use VPN for admin access

⚙️ Management Tools

✔ Pterodactyl Panel (for multiple servers)
✔ TCAdmin (commercial control panel)
✔ RustAdmin (for Rust servers)

Why Choose CloudVPS Hosts for Game Servers?

🎮 Low-Latency Global Network (ideal for EU/NA/Asia players)
💾 NVMe Storage (faster map/world loading)
🛡️ Free Basic DDOS Protection
📈 Easy Scaling (upgrade resources instantly)

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