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How to Set Up a Minetest / Luanti Server

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Minetest (now Luanti) is a free, open-source voxel engine with a huge library of Lua mods and game modes. It's light on resources, so a dedicated server is cheap to run and endlessly customisable. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a Minetest / Luanti server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.

What you need

  • A Minetest / Luanti plan with around 1–3 GB of RAM — Minetest / Luanti is a Light-class game.
  • Support for Luanti with Lua mods, included on every GGameHost Minetest / Luanti plan.
  • Your friends or community to play with (1–30+ slots).

Step 1 — Choose your plan

Pick a plan sized for your Minetest / Luanti community. We recommend about 1–3 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Minetest / Luanti plans start at $3.99/mo.

Step 2 — Deploy your server

Check out and your Minetest / Luanti 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 Minetest / Luanti server is online, copy its address (IP and port) from the panel. Your players pick Join Game and enter the address. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.

Step 4 — Install mods & configure

Your Minetest / Luanti server supports Lua mods, Mod packs, Config, FTP/SFTP. Install Luanti with Lua mods 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 Minetest / Luanti server stable.

Server softwareLuanti with Lua mods
Recommended RAM1–3 GB
Player slots1–30+ slots
Performance classLight

Minetest / Luanti server FAQ

How much RAM does a Minetest / Luanti server need?
We recommend 1–3 GB for Minetest / Luanti. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a Minetest / Luanti server hold?
Typical Minetest / Luanti servers run 1–30+ slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on a Minetest / Luanti server?
Yes — Minetest / Luanti supports Luanti with Lua mods. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.

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