Nuclear Option is a fast, accessible combat-flight sim of jets, missiles and large battles. A dedicated server keeps your skies open for multiplayer dogfights. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a Nuclear Option server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A Nuclear Option plan with around 2–4 GB of RAM — Nuclear Option is a Medium-class game.
Support for server config files, included on every GGameHost Nuclear Option plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 16+ slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your Nuclear Option community. We recommend about 2–4 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Nuclear Option plans start at $10.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your Nuclear Option 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 Nuclear Option 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 Nuclear Option server supports Config, Multiplayer, FTP/SFTP. Install server config files 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 Nuclear Option server stable.
Recommended specs for Nuclear Option
Server softwareserver config files
Recommended RAM2–4 GB
Player slotsup to 16+ slots
Performance classMedium
Nuclear Option server FAQ
How much RAM does a Nuclear Option server need?
We recommend 2–4 GB for Nuclear Option. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a Nuclear Option server hold?
Typical Nuclear Option servers run up to 16+ slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
How do I configure a Nuclear Option server?
Nuclear Option runs with server config files. Edit them in the panel's visual config editor or upload your own over FTP/SFTP — no command line needed.
