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Best Game server hosting providers in 2026
Game server hosting providers let you run multiplayer game servers without managing the hardware yourself. Services here cover games including Icarus, Counter-Strike 2, Killing Floor 2 and Astroneer.
- 11 apps
- Research read 23 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
GTXGaming
Free plan LinuxWebWindows - 2
GameServers.com
Free plan Web7.0 Visit site - 3
Citadel Servers
Paid LinuxWebWindows - 4
Sparked Host
Free trial LinuxWebWindows - 5
DatHost
Paid APIWeb - 6
Host Havoc
Paid Web - 7
Streamline Servers
Paid LinuxWebWindows - 8
LOW.MS
Paid Web - 9
Gravel Host
Paid AndroidiPhoneWebGravel Host presents several paid server configurations with published RAM and player details for some plans. The lack of listed prices means buyers must check costs for their chosen game.
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BisectHosting
Paid Web4.6 Visit site - 11
Shockbyte
Paid Web4.1 Visit site
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Compare the monthly or starting price, supported platform, and whether a free plan or trial is available. Check refund terms, backups, game support, and the licence if you need to read or change code.
Questions
Are free game server hosting plans available?
Yes. GameServers.com and GTXGaming both list free plans. Check the plan details and limits before choosing one.
Do these providers offer free trials?
Trial availability varies. Nodecraft lists a one-day trial, while GameServers.com lists no free trial.
Which platforms are covered?
The platforms shown are web, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android and API access.
What prices are listed?
Examples include $0.08, €0.99 per month, $6.88 per month, £8.82 per month, $15.99, $29.80 per month and £99 per month.
Are refunds available?
Gravel Host states a 72-hour refund period. LOW.MS states a five-day refund and offers cloud backups. Check the provider's terms.