Icarus is a session-based survival game of timed prospects and open-world homesteads on a deadly alien planet. A dedicated server keeps your team's progress and bases online between drops. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up an Icarus server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A Icarus plan with around 6–10 GB of RAM — Icarus is a Heavy-class game.
Support for dedicated server with config, included on every GGameHost Icarus plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 8 slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your Icarus community. We recommend about 6–10 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Icarus plans start at $16.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your Icarus 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 Icarus 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 Icarus server supports Co-op, Prospects, Config, FTP/SFTP. Install dedicated server with config 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 Icarus server stable.
Recommended specs for Icarus
Server softwarededicated server with config
Recommended RAM6–10 GB
Player slotsup to 8 slots
Performance classHeavy
Icarus server FAQ
How much RAM does an Icarus server need?
We recommend 6–10 GB for Icarus. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can an Icarus server hold?
Typical Icarus servers run up to 8 slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
How do I configure an Icarus server?
Icarus runs with dedicated server with config. Edit them in the panel's visual config editor or upload your own over FTP/SFTP — no command line needed.
