Insurgency: Sandstorm is the gritty, lethal tactical FPS of close-quarters firefights. A dedicated server with mod.io mods and mutators lets you host co-op or competitive your way. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up an Insurgency: Sandstorm server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A Insurgency: Sandstorm plan with around 4–8 GB of RAM — Insurgency: Sandstorm is a Medium-class game.
Support for mod.io mods and mutators, included on every GGameHost Insurgency: Sandstorm plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 28+ slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your Insurgency: Sandstorm community. We recommend about 4–8 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Insurgency: Sandstorm plans start at $10.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your Insurgency: Sandstorm 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 Insurgency: Sandstorm 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 Insurgency: Sandstorm server supports mod.io, Mutators, Configs, FTP/SFTP. Install mod.io mods and mutators 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 Insurgency: Sandstorm server stable.
Recommended specs for Insurgency: Sandstorm
Server softwaremod.io mods and mutators
Recommended RAM4–8 GB
Player slotsup to 28+ slots
Performance classMedium
Insurgency: Sandstorm server FAQ
How much RAM does an Insurgency: Sandstorm server need?
We recommend 4–8 GB for Insurgency: Sandstorm. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can an Insurgency: Sandstorm server hold?
Typical Insurgency: Sandstorm servers run up to 28+ slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on an Insurgency: Sandstorm server?
Yes — Insurgency: Sandstorm supports mod.io mods and mutators. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.
