Ghost

Ghost

Open-source, self-hosted game servers

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Launched May 9, 2026

About Ghost

Ghost is an open-source, self-hosted game server platform designed for gamers and server administrators who want full control over their multiplayer game environments. It enables users to effortlessly deploy dedicated game servers for popular titles like Minecraft, Valheim, Rust, Palworld, Enshrouded, and Terraria, all within minutes on a Hetzner Cloud account. The platform’s open-source nature ensures flexibility, customization, and transparency, making it appealing for tech-savvy users who prefer managing their own infrastructure. Its simplicity and rapid deployment capabilities make it ideal for gaming communities, streamers, and developers seeking a reliable, private hosting solution without relying on third-party servers. Unique in its approach, Ghost combines ease of use with powerful control, empowering users to optimize game server performance and security in a self-hosted environment.

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Pros

  • Open-source and highly customizable
  • Quick and easy deployment on Hetzner Cloud
  • Supports multiple popular game titles
  • Full control over server settings and security
  • Cost-effective for tech-savvy users

Cons

  • Requires technical knowledge for setup and management
  • Limited to Hetzner Cloud hosting (additional cloud providers not supported)
  • No built-in user interface, may need command-line expertise

Use Cases

1Hosting private Minecraft or Terraria servers for gaming communities
2Setting up dedicated Rust or Valheim servers for multiplayer sessions
3Creating custom game server environments for development or testing
4Managing game servers for esports tournaments or LAN parties
5Educational purposes to learn server management and networking
6Hosting game servers for niche or less common titles

Pricing

Ghost is open-source and free to use, but requires a Hetzner Cloud account, which has its own pay-as-you-go pricing model. Deployment costs depend on the chosen cloud resources, making it potentially affordable for small-scale projects but scalable based on server requirements.

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Launched5/9/2026

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