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How to Set Up a DarkOrbit Server

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DarkOrbit is the browser-based space shooter MMO where thousands of players battle for control of three galactic companies. Running a private DarkOrbit emulator server gives your community a custom galaxy — full admin control, custom events and your own economy. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a DarkOrbit server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.

What you need

  • A DarkOrbit plan with around 2–6 GB of RAM — DarkOrbit is a Medium-class game.
  • Support for DarkOrbit Emulator (Java/PHP private server), included on every GGameHost DarkOrbit plan.
  • Your friends or community to play with (50–500+ pilots).

Step 1 — Choose your plan

Pick a plan sized for your DarkOrbit community. We recommend about 2–6 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. DarkOrbit plans start at $6.00/mo.

Step 2 — Deploy your server

Check out and your DarkOrbit server provisions automatically in under 60 seconds, with console access right away — no manual install, no command line.

Step 3 — Connect & invite players

Once your DarkOrbit server is online, share its address (IP and port) with your friends so they can join. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.

Step 4 — Install mods & configure

Your DarkOrbit server supports Private emulator, Custom maps, Admin panel, FTP/SFTP. Install DarkOrbit Emulator (Java/PHP private server) straight from the one-click installer, or upload your own from the control panel — then tweak settings in the visual config editor.

Step 5 — Keep it running smoothly

Enable scheduled automatic backups, set restart timers, and monitor CPU, RAM and player counts from the dashboard. Always-on DDoS protection and 24/7 support keep your DarkOrbit server stable.

Server softwareDarkOrbit Emulator (Java/PHP private server)
Recommended RAM2–6 GB
Player slots50–500+ pilots
Performance classMedium

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