Squad is the large-scale tactical shooter of 100-player battles, real teamwork and combined arms. A dedicated server with mods and layer control lets you run your own milsim community. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a Squad server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A Squad plan with around 6–12 GB of RAM — Squad is a Heavy-class game.
Support for mods and layer/admin configs, included on every GGameHost Squad plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 100 slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your Squad community. We recommend about 6–12 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Squad plans start at $24.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your Squad 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 Squad 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 Squad server supports Mods, Layer config, Admin cfg, FTP/SFTP. Install mods and layer/admin configs 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 Squad server stable.
Recommended specs for Squad
Server softwaremods and layer/admin configs
Recommended RAM6–12 GB
Player slotsup to 100 slots
Performance classHeavy
Squad server FAQ
How much RAM does a Squad server need?
We recommend 6–12 GB for Squad. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a Squad server hold?
Typical Squad servers run up to 100 slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on a Squad server?
Yes — Squad supports mods and layer/admin configs. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.
