Enshrouded Dedicated Server Hosting 2026: Setup and Performance Guide
Enshrouded is a survival action RPG with some of the best building mechanics in recent memory. The voxel-based terrain combined with fluid combat and a persistent co-op world make it a great game to host on a dedicated server. Here is how to do it properly in 2026.
Why Use a Dedicated Server for Enshrouded?
By default, Enshrouded uses a peer-to-peer model where one player hosts the session. This means:
- The game only runs when that player is online
- Other players experience latency relative to the host's connection
- The host's PC handles both their game and serving everyone else
A dedicated server fixes all of these. The world runs 24/7, everyone connects to a neutral server, and performance is consistent regardless of who is online or offline.
Enshrouded Server Hardware Requirements
Enshrouded is relatively gentle on server hardware compared to ARK or Space Engineers:
| Players | RAM | CPU | |---|---|---| | 1-4 players | 4-8 GB | Any modern CPU | | 4-16 players (max) | 8-12 GB | Ryzen 5000+ |
Enshrouded currently supports a maximum of 16 players per server. For that full complement, 12 GB of RAM is comfortable.
Installing Enshrouded Dedicated Server
The Enshrouded dedicated server is available via SteamCMD:
steamcmd +login anonymous +force_install_dir /opt/enshrouded_server +app_update 2278520 validate +quit
Running the server:
/opt/enshrouded_server/enshrouded_server.exe
On Linux, use Proton or Wine, or wait for the native Linux server build if the developers release one.
Server Configuration
The server creates enshrouded_server.json on first launch:
{
"name": "My Enshrouded Server",
"password": "",
"saveDirectory": "./savegame",
"logDirectory": "./logs",
"ip": "0.0.0.0",
"queryPort": 15637,
"slotCount": 16,
"gameSettingsPreset": "Default"
}
Change slotCount to limit player count and password to make it private.
Save Files and Backups
Enshrouded world saves are stored in the save directory. Back these up regularly — the world is the result of many hours of building and exploration. Set up a cron job to copy the save folder daily:
0 4 * * * cp -r /opt/enshrouded_server/savegame /backups/enshrouded_$(date +%Y%m%d)
World Progression and Flame Altar
In Enshrouded, world progression is tied to Flame Altars. Each player can have their own upgrades, but the world-level progression (unlocking new regions of the shroud) is shared. Make sure all players understand this — upgrading the Flame Altar affects everyone's experience.
Hosting Enshrouded at Space-Node
Enshrouded is a casual-friendly game with moderate server requirements. Our entry-level plans cover it well. Netherlands and Canada locations keep latency low for European and North American communities respectively.
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