Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) is the long-running multiplayer mod for GTA: San Andreas, scripted in Lua. A dedicated server lets you host RP, racing or freeroam with full resource control. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) plan with around 2–6 GB of RAM — GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) is a Medium-class game.
Support for Lua resources and ACL, included on every GGameHost GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 1000+ slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) community. We recommend about 2–6 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) plans start at $10.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) 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 GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server is online, copy its address (IP and port) from the panel. Your players add the address in their client's Direct Connect box. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.
Step 4 — Install mods & configure
Your GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server supports Lua resources, ACL, Config, FTP/SFTP. Install Lua resources and ACL 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 GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server stable.
Recommended specs for GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)
Server softwareLua resources and ACL
Recommended RAM2–6 GB
Player slotsup to 1000+ slots
Performance classMedium
GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server FAQ
How much RAM does a GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server need?
We recommend 2–6 GB for GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA). Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server hold?
Typical GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) servers run up to 1000+ slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on a GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) server?
Yes — GTA: Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) supports Lua resources and ACL. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.
