Can I host a private Core Keeper server?

Yes - every Core Keeper server we host can be set to private with a password, friends-only, or whitelist mode. The shared-world id is the connection mechanism; you control who knows it.

How many players can a Core Keeper server hold?

The dedicated server defaults to 8 players, which is the size Core Keeper is balanced around, but the limit is configurable and we sell above it. Plan S gives you those 8 slots, Plan M 16, and Plan L 30. Larger worlds ask more of the server, so the bigger plans also carry more RAM.

Can I upload my existing Core Keeper world?

Yes. Upload your local Core Keeper world folder via the FTP panel. The world becomes the canonical save once the server starts. We support migration from solo, from another host, or from Game Pass.

Where are Core Keeper servers located?

We run Core Keeper servers in 4 regions: US West, Toronto, Paris, and Sydney. You can change region at any time via My Account; the world transfers with you.

Do you offer Core Keeper backups and restores?

Yes. Automatic snapshots every 6 hours plus on-demand backups before risky changes. One-click restore from any of the last 14 snapshots. Free backups, no quota limits.

What is the average Core Keeper server hosting cost?

Pricing follows player slots and storage; Core Keeper is lightweight enough that Plan S works for most parties.

Can I upgrade my Core Keeper plan later?

Yes. In My Account → Subscriptions, you can upgrade to a higher tier with the same billing cadence. Upgrades are in-place - quota update + restart, world preserved.

Core Keeper Server Hosting for underground mining, boss hunts, and co-op survival

A managed Core Keeper server with stable performance, fast saves, and easy world management. Keep your world online so your crew can mine, craft, and take on bosses together.

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Low latency regions
Fast autosaves
FTP access
Mod support
Private password
Region switching
On-demand backups
DDoS protection
Branding-free servers
Config editor and console
User-friendly control panel

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Step 1

Pick a plan

Choose S, M, or L based on player count.

Step 2

Managed setup

Provision your world and adjust settings.

Step 3

Invite your crew

Share the IP and scale anytime without wipes.

"Mining sessions stay smooth and our worlds are always backed up."

Core Keeper customer review

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Trusted by 10k+ players · hosting since 2021

A private world for your party. Eight slots is the size Core Keeper is balanced around, and the world keeps mining while you are offline.

$7⁹⁹/ mo $21⁹⁹/ 3 mo $40⁹⁹/ 6 mo $74⁹⁹/ 12 mo

You save: $1⁹⁸ You save: $6⁹⁵ You save: $20⁸⁹

Player slots8
RAM4 GB
Auto-updatesYes
Automatic backupsYes
Console, config editor, FTPYes

Choose 8 slots Choose 8 slots Choose 8 slots Choose 8 slots

MMost popular

For a wider circle than the game assumes by default, with headroom for busy evenings and patch-day rushes.

$9⁹⁹/ mo $26⁹⁹/ 3 mo $50⁹⁹/ 6 mo $93⁹⁹/ 12 mo

You save: $2⁹⁸ You save: $8⁹⁵ You save: $25⁸⁹

Player slots16
RAM6 GB
Auto-updatesYes
Automatic backupsYes
Console, config editor, FTPYes

Choose 16 slots Choose 16 slots Choose 16 slots Choose 16 slots

A full community world, with room for heavy automation and conveyor networks running around the clock.

$12⁴⁹/ mo $33⁹⁹/ 3 mo $63⁹⁹/ 6 mo $116⁹⁹/ 12 mo

You save: $3⁴⁸ You save: $10⁹⁵ You save: $32⁸⁹

Player slots30
RAM8 GB
Auto-updatesYes
Automatic backupsYes
Console, config editor, FTPYes

Choose 30 slots Choose 30 slots Choose 30 slots Choose 30 slots

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Set up automatically after checkout4 regions to choose from, and backups running from the first day. Payments by PayPal or Stripe.

S: your party

Eight slots is the dedicated server’s own default and the size the game is balanced for, with 4 GB of RAM – Core Keeper is light, so this is genuinely enough.

M: wider circle

Sixteen slots for a group that outgrew a single party, with 6 GB so a bigger, busier world stays smooth.

L: server community

Thirty slots, the ceiling the hosting market sells for this game, with 8 GB for large bases and heavy automation.

Feature	S	M	L
Player slots	8	16	30
RAM	4 GB	6 GB	8 GB
Kept on the current build	Yes	Yes	Yes
Automatic backups and rollback	Yes	Yes	Yes
Console, config editor, FTP	Yes	Yes	Yes
mod.io mods, admin list and password	Yes	Yes	Yes
Choice of 4 regions	Yes	Yes	Yes
Switch between plans without a new order	Yes	Yes	Yes

Pick your plan

Stable underground worlds

Keep autosaves consistent as you dig deeper. Our servers keep sessions smooth and world files safe for long runs.

Boss fights without lag spikes

Low-latency regions keep combat responsive for coordinated boss runs and community events.

Mods, seeds, and shared worlds

Upload worlds, swap seeds, and manage mods from the control panel. Scale up anytime without wiping progress.

Showcase

From crystal caverns to ancient ruins, keep your Core Keeper world online.

Deep mining

Fast saves and stable performance underground.

Underground bases

Reliable worlds for long-term builds.

Boss arenas

Low latency for coordinated fights.

Latest Core Keeper Guides & News

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Complete installation and configuration guide for your Core Keeper server.

Core Keeper Boss Guide

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Core Keeper Multiplayer Tips

Co-op strategies and server management tips for group play.

Farming & Cooking Guide

Master crops, recipes, and food buffs to keep your team going.

Biome Exploration & World Map Guide

Navigate every biome and discover hidden areas in the underground world.

Automation & Conveyor Systems Guide

Design efficient factory layouts with conveyor belts and automation.

Core Keeper Server Cost & Pricing

Compare self-hosting, plan sizes, backups, and the real monthly cost of a persistent world.

Core Keeper Connection Troubleshooting

Fix Game ID joins that do nothing, version mismatches, platform limits, and network boundaries.

Core Keeper Dedicated Server Mods

Roll out Workshop and community mods with backups and one-change testing.

Core Keeper Server Troubleshooting

Use an evidence-first checklist for saves, updates, performance, and mods.

Core Keeper Admin & Permissions

Separate supported dedicated-server controls from version-sensitive command mods.

Core Keeper 2026 Roadmap: Road to the Maw

Track updates 1.3–1.5 and prepare a backed-up server for roadmap changes.

FAQ

Yes. Set a password or whitelist players in the control panel.

Core Keeper's dedicated server defaults to 8 players, the size the game is balanced around, but the limit is configurable. Plan S gives you those 8 slots, Plan M 16 and Plan L 30.

Yes. Upload your world save via the file manager or FTP and keep all player data.

We host in US West (Oregon), US North-East (Toronto), Europe West (Paris), and Australia (Sydney) for low latency.

Yes. We run automatic snapshots and provide on-demand backups for quick restores.

Pricing follows player slots, mods, world size, storage I/O, and bandwidth.

Yes. In My Account → Subscriptions, you can upgrade to a higher tier of the same game with the same billing cadence (for example, monthly to monthly). Downgrades are not available right now. During an upgrade, your deployment is updated in place (quota update + restart), not wiped and recreated.

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