Sunkenland Server Requirements 2025
Sunkenland is a Waterworld-style survival game set in a flooded world. Running a dedicated server requires careful hardware planning to handle underwater physics, floating base construction, and dynamic ocean environments.
🌊 Quick Overview
- Player Limit: Up to 14 players
- Game Style: Waterworld survival with floating bases
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Genre: Waterworld Survival, Base Building
- Status: Early Access (2025)
Hardware Requirements by Player Count
| Configuration | 2-6 Players | 6-10 Players | 10-14 Players |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | 6 cores @ 3.0 GHz i5-10400 / Ryzen 5 3600 |
8 cores @ 3.5 GHz i7-10700 / Ryzen 7 3700X |
12 cores @ 3.5+ GHz i9-12900 / Ryzen 9 5900X |
| RAM | 12 GB | 24 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB NVMe SSD | 120 GB NVMe SSD | 200 GB NVMe SSD |
| Network | 50 Mbps upload | 100 Mbps upload | 200 Mbps upload |
| OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit | Windows Server 2019/2022 | Windows Server 2022 |
Minimum System Requirements
For a basic 2-4 player server:
| Component | Minimum Specs |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 physical cores @ 2.5 GHz |
| RAM | 8 GB (12 GB recommended) |
| Storage | 40 GB SSD (HDD not recommended) |
| Network | 25 Mbps upload |
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
Important: Sunkenland's water physics and floating base mechanics are CPU-intensive. Minimum requirements will result in decreased performance, especially with multiple players building structures.
Why Sunkenland Requires Good Hardware
CPU Demanding Features
- Water Physics: Realistic ocean simulation with currents and tides
- Floating Base Mechanics: Dynamic structure stability calculations
- Underwater Environments: Complex lighting and visibility systems
- Large Ocean Map: Expansive world with detailed underwater ruins
- Resource Management: Real-time resource spawning and depletion
RAM Intensive Elements
- World State: Large save files with detailed base structures
- Player Inventory: Complex item tracking for 14 players
- Environmental Data: Ocean currents, weather patterns, tide cycles
- NPC AI: Marine life behavior and predator patterns
Performance Optimization
CPU Optimization
- Multi-Core Utilization: Sunkenland utilizes multiple cores effectively for physics calculations
- Clock Speed Priority: Higher single-thread performance improves server tick rate
- Process Priority: Set server to High priority in Windows Task Manager
- Power Settings: Use High Performance mode, disable CPU throttling
Storage Optimization
- NVMe SSD Required: World loading and save operations are I/O intensive
- Regular Backups: Automate save file backups to prevent data loss
- Disk Cleanup: Remove old logs and temporary files weekly
- Defragmentation: Not needed for SSDs, but monitor drive health
Network Configuration
- Upload Speed: Minimum 10 Mbps per player for smooth gameplay
- Port Forwarding: UDP 27015 (game), UDP 27016 (query)
- QoS Settings: Prioritize game traffic on your router
- DNS Configuration: Use reliable DNS (1.1.1.1, 8.8.8.8)
Testing Your Setup
Stress Test Commands
# Windows Performance Monitor
# Monitor CPU, RAM, and Network usage during peak gameplay
# Check server tick rate
# Should remain stable at 30-60 ticks per second
# Monitor world save operations
# Should complete within 2-3 secondsPerformance Indicators
- CPU Usage: Below 75% under full load
- RAM Usage: 70-80% utilization is optimal
- Network Latency: Below 50ms for all players
- Server Tick Rate: Stable at 30-60 ticks per second
- World Save Time: Less than 3 seconds
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the max players for Sunkenland?
14 players is maximum supported. The game is optimized for 6-10 player co-op sessions.
Can I run Sunkenland on a basic computer?
Not recommended for more than 4 players. Sunkenland requires good CPU performance for water physics and 12+ GB RAM for 6+ players.
Does Linux improve performance?
Linux has lower overhead, but Sunkenland is Windows-native. Linux requires Wine/Proton which may introduce compatibility issues with water physics.
How much bandwidth do I need?
Calculate based on player count: Players × 8-12 Mbps. For 14 players, minimum 150 Mbps upload recommended.
Is SSD storage required?
Yes, absolutely required. NVMe SSD recommended for best performance with world loading and save operations.
Can I host on cloud services?
Yes, but ensure the provider offers good single-thread CPU performance and NVMe storage. Avoid shared hosting for Sunkenland.
Next Steps
- Set up your dedicated server
- Configure server settings
- Create private password-protected servers
- Set up multiplayer games
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