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Nightingale Server Requirements 2025

Nightingale Guide • Updated Jan 11, 2026

Nightingale Server Requirements 2025

Nightingale is a Victorian gaslamp fantasy survival game with dedicated server support added in July 2025. Running a realm server requires hardware capable of handling portal travel, magical crafting, and crossplay between PC and consoles.

🕯️ Quick Overview

  • Player Limit: Up to 8 players per realm
  • Game Style: Victorian gaslamp fantasy with portal travel
  • Platforms: PC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X|S (crossplay)
  • Genre: Fantasy Survival, Crafting, Exploration
  • Status: Early Access (dedicated servers July 2025)
  • Steam App ID: 1928980

Hardware Requirements by Player Count

Configuration 2-4 Players 4-6 Players 6-8 Players
CPU 6 cores @ 3.0 GHz
i5-11400 / Ryzen 5 5600		 8 cores @ 3.5 GHz
i7-11700 / Ryzen 7 5800X		 10 cores @ 3.5+ GHz
i9-12900 / Ryzen 9 5900X
RAM 12 GB 20 GB 32 GB
Storage 50 GB NVMe SSD 100 GB NVMe SSD 150 GB NVMe SSD
Network 60 Mbps upload 120 Mbps upload 200 Mbps upload
OS Windows 10/11 64-bit Windows Server 2019/2022 Windows Server 2022

Minimum System Requirements

For a basic 2-player realm server:

ComponentMinimum Specs
CPU4 physical cores @ 2.8 GHz
RAM8 GB (12 GB recommended)
Storage30 GB SSD (NVMe recommended)
Network30 Mbps upload
OSWindows 10 64-bit

Important: Nightingale's portal travel and realm card system can be resource-intensive. Minimum requirements may result in reduced performance during portal transitions or with multiple players building structures.

Why Nightingale Requires Good Hardware

CPU Demanding Features

  • Portal System: Real-time realm transitions and loading
  • Realm Card Mechanics: Dynamic world generation and modification
  • Magical Effects: Particle systems and visual effects
  • Building System: Victorian-style construction with physics
  • NPC AI: Fantastical creatures and friendly NPC behavior

RAM Intensive Elements

  • Multiple Realms: Server can host multiple connected realms simultaneously
  • Player Inventory: Complex magical item tracking and crafting recipes
  • World State: Large save files with detailed building data
  • Crossplay Data: Additional overhead for console-PC communication

Crossplay Considerations

Platform-Specific Requirements

PlatformConsiderationsRecommended CPU
PC OnlyStandard setup, lowest overhead6 cores @ 3.0 GHz
PC + ConsoleCrossplay adds network overhead8 cores @ 3.5 GHz
All PlatformsMaximum compatibility needed10+ cores @ 3.5+ GHz

Network Requirements for Crossplay

  • Upload Speed: 15-20 Mbps per player for crossplay (vs 10-15 Mbps for PC-only)
  • Latency: Below 80ms recommended for smooth cross-platform play
  • Port Configuration: Additional ports may be needed for console connectivity
  • NAT Type: Open NAT recommended for best crossplay experience

Performance Optimization

CPU Optimization

  • Multi-Core Utilization: Nightingale utilizes multiple cores for realm management
  • Single-Thread Performance: Important for portal transitions and physics
  • Process Priority: Set server to High priority in Windows Task Manager
  • Background Tasks: Disable unnecessary services during server operation

Storage Optimization

  • NVMe SSD Required: Fast realm loading and portal transitions
  • Regular Backups: Automated save backups for realm safety
  • Log Management: Configure log rotation to prevent disk space issues
  • Defragmentation: Not needed for SSDs, but monitor drive health

Network Configuration

  • Upload Speed: Minimum 10-15 Mbps per player (higher for crossplay)
  • Port Forwarding: TCP/UDP 27015-27020, 7777-7780 (standard + additional for consoles)
  • QoS Settings: Prioritize game traffic on your router
  • DNS Configuration: Use reliable DNS (1.1.1.1, 8.8.8.8)

Testing Your Setup

Performance Monitoring

# Windows Performance Monitor
# Track CPU, RAM, and Network usage during portal travel

# Key metrics to monitor:
# - CPU Usage: Below 75% under load
# - RAM Usage: 65-80% utilization optimal  
# - Network Latency: Below 50ms for PC, below 80ms for crossplay
# - Realm Load Time: Portal transitions under 5 seconds
# - Server Tick Rate: Stable at 30-60 ticks per second

Stress Testing Scenarios

  1. Portal Stress: Multiple players transitioning realms simultaneously
  2. Building Load: Large Victorian-style structures being constructed
  3. Crossplay Mix: PC and console players interacting in same realm
  4. Realm Card Effects: Activating multiple realm modifiers at once

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the max players for Nightingale?

8 players per realm server maximum. Realms can be connected via portals for larger communities.

Can I run Nightingale on a basic computer?

For 2-3 players with minimal settings, yes. For 4+ players or crossplay, recommended specs are advised.

Does crossplay increase server requirements?

Yes, crossplay adds approximately 20-30% more CPU and network overhead due to platform translation layers.

How much bandwidth for crossplay servers?

Estimate 15-20 Mbps per player for mixed PC/console gameplay. Pure PC servers need 10-15 Mbps per player.

Is SSD storage required?

Yes, absolutely required. NVMe SSD strongly recommended for fast portal transitions and realm loading.

When were dedicated servers added?

July 16, 2025 with the 0.8.0 update. This is a relatively new feature that's still being optimized.

Next Steps

Victorian Fantasy Hosting: Supercraft provides optimized Nightingale servers with powerful hardware specifically tuned for portal travel, realm card mechanics, and crossplay compatibility.

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