Hytale Wiki: Server Administration Guide
🚀 UPDATE: Hytale Early Access is NOW LIVE as of January 13, 2026! Launch your journey today in our Live Launch Hub.
Hytale is an ambitious sandbox adventure game originally developed by Hypixel Studios, now back under original founders after being reacquired from Riot Games. After years of development and cancellation, Hytale has been revived and enters Early Access in January 2026, featuring procedurally generated worlds, deep crafting systems, and extensive multiplayer capabilities.
🚀 Early Access Status
LIVE NOW - Launched Jan 13, 2026. The original founders have successfully reclaimed Hytale and returned to the high-performance C#/Java architecture.
💰 Get Early Access
Available now for $20. Includes the full game, Day 1 Lua modding, and immediate access to the standalone launcher.
📜 Dedicated Hub
Check out the Drama & Revival Story to see how we got here—from Riot cancellation to today's launch.
⚡ Pro Admin Tools
Use the Downloader CLI for headless servers and Lua Scripting for custom gameplay logic.
Why Hytale is Different
🎮 What is Hytale?
A next-generation sandbox game combining exploration, building, and adventure in procedurally generated worlds with support for large multiplayer communities (up to 100+ players).
🏗️ Server Architecture
Hytale servers support custom plugins, world customization, and extensive configuration options for tailored gameplay experiences.
⚙️ Administration Tools
Comprehensive command systems, plugin frameworks, and remote management capabilities for server operators.
Professional Admin Guides (Early Access)
Hytale Downloader CLI
Master headless server management with the official CLI for automated updates.
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Lua Modding 101
Start scripting custom gameplay events and items using Hytale's native Lua API.
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Performance Benchmarks
Real hardware metrics: How the Early Access build scales RAM and CPU usage.
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Best World Seeds
Community-fished seeds for the best starting biomes and loot locations.
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Server Fundamentals
Setup & Admin Commands
Ports (UDP 5520), HytaleServer.jar setup, and essential console commands.
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Config.json Invalid
Fix JSON parse errors in config/config.json and world configs.
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Version Mismatch
Align client/server builds after patches.
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Port Forwarding
Open UDP 5520 and fix firewall or NAT blocking QUIC traffic.
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Authentication Failed
Fix device login, verification, and auth mode mismatches.
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Server Not Showing
Resolve missing servers in the browser and listing cache issues.
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Permission Denied
Fix admin commands and operator status issues.
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CurseForge & Blockbench
Official tools for handling 3D models, assets, and third-party mod packs.
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Combat & Gameplay
Guide to the unique combat mechanics, farming systems, and world exploration.
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Launch Day Troubleshooting
Fix crashes, connection issues, performance problems, and authentication errors.
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Editions Comparison
Standard vs Supporter vs Cursebreaker: distinct tiers compared.
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Legacy Engine: The Tech
Why the move back to Java/C# and what it implies.
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2026 Roadmap
The 4-phase plan for 2026 and community voting.
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Known Launch Bugs
Live tracker of day 1 crashes, auth issues, and fixes.
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Technical Maintenance & Optimization
Performance Tuning
Optimize tick rates and responsiveness for high-player-count servers.
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Server Won't Start
Fix Java 25, Assets.zip, config.json, and port conflicts.
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Mods Not Loading
Correct mod folder structure, manifests, and dependencies.
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World Not Saving
Fix rollbacks and missing saves in universe/worlds/.
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Memory Management
Handling "World Gen v2" RAM spikes and long-term server stability.
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Network & Connectivity
Fixing QUIC/UDP packet loss and ensuring stable player connections.
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Server Security
Protecting your Hytale community from exploits and DDoS attacks.
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Future Planning & Community
The Hytale Story
The history of Hytale: From Riot acquisition/cancellation to Simon's independent revival.
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Future Steam Moves
What we know about the eventual Steam transition and how to plan for it.
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Hytale FAQ
Answers to common questions about pricing, features, and platform support.
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Advanced Automation
Scheduling backups, restarts, and performance monitoring scripts.
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Getting Started with Hytale Servers
Server Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 3.0 GHz | 8 cores @ 3.5 GHz |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 20 GB SSD | 50 GB NVMe SSD |
| Players | Up to 20 | Up to 100 |
| OS | Windows 10/Server 2016+ | Linux (Ubuntu 22.04+) |
Key Features
- Procedural World Generation: Every world is unique with custom terrain, biomes, and structures.
- Plugin System: Extend server functionality with community-created plugins.
- World Editing: Powerful tools for customizing world generation and existing worlds.
- Player Management: Advanced permission systems, role-based access, and player tracking.
- Cross-Platform Play: Support for Windows, Linux, and potentially other platforms.
Server Configuration Basics
Hytale servers use configuration files (`.properties` or `.json`) for settings:
# Example server configuration
server.port=25565
server.name="My Hytale World"
server.max-players=50
server.whitelist=false
server.motd="Welcome to my server!"
# Performance settings
world.chunk-view-distance=12
world.entity-view-distance=8
world.max-entities=5000Important: Hytale is still in active development. Some features mentioned here may change or be updated before official release. Always refer to official documentation for the most current information.
Community Resources
- Official Hytale Website - Latest news and development updates
- Hypixel Forums - Community discussion and support
- Official Discord - Real-time community chat and development updates
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