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, 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 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.
