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What is a Game Server?

Game Server Basics

A game server is a computer that runs your multiplayer world online so that you and other players can connect to it anytime.

Instead of relying on someone’s PC to host the game, a dedicated server stays online 24/7 and provides a smoother, more reliable experience.


Why Use a Game Server?

Hosting your own server gives you full control over things like:

  • Who can join

  • What plugins or mods you use

  • Server rules and settings

  • Performance and player limits

  • Custom worlds and game modes


What Makes Hosted Servers Better?

When you host with KiwiNode, your server runs on powerful hardware on a local server, which means:

  • Better performance than home hosting

  • Lower latency for New Zealand players

  • No need to keep your PC running

  • Improved stability and uptime


What Can You Host?

KiwiNode servers are perfect for:

  • Survival worlds with friends

  • Public community servers

  • Modded Minecraft packs

  • Minigame networks

  • Hytale hosting


Game servers are the foundation of multiplayer gaming — and we make it simple to run one.

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