SA-MP and its successor open.mp bring classic GTA: San Andreas multiplayer, scripted in Pawn. A dedicated server is light to run and powers huge RP and freeroam communities. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plan with around 1–4 GB of RAM — GTA: SA-MP / open.mp is a Medium-class game.
Support for Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins, included on every GGameHost GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 1000 slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp community. We recommend about 1–4 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. GTA: SA-MP / open.mp plans start at $10.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your GTA: SA-MP / open.mp 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: SA-MP / open.mp 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: SA-MP / open.mp server supports Pawn, Filterscripts, Plugins, FTP/SFTP. Install Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins 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: SA-MP / open.mp server stable.
Recommended specs for GTA: SA-MP / open.mp
Server softwarePawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins
Recommended RAM1–4 GB
Player slotsup to 1000 slots
Performance classMedium
GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server FAQ
How much RAM does a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server need?
We recommend 1–4 GB for GTA: SA-MP / open.mp. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a GTA: SA-MP / open.mp server hold?
Typical GTA: SA-MP / open.mp 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: SA-MP / open.mp server?
Yes — GTA: SA-MP / open.mp supports Pawn gamemodes, filterscripts and plugins. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.
