How to Host a GMod Server: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Are you getting bored playing Garry’s Mod (GMod) alone? Hosting a dedicated multiplayer server can make the game more interesting and allow you to have fun with friends. In this article, we will explain two methods to host a GMod server: using Hostinger Game Panel and hosting manually. Both methods have the same outcome but differ in difficulty, so choose the one that suits you best.

Prerequisites

Before setting up a private Garry’s Mod host, make sure you have a virtual private server (VPS) with sufficient resources. We recommend a system with at least a multi-core CPU, 4 GB of RAM, and 10 GB of storage space. You should also be able to access the server remotely using an SSH client like PuTTY or Terminal. Basic knowledge of Linux commands and system management is ideal.

How to Host a GMod Server Using Hostinger Game Panel

If you want an easy way to set up and manage a dedicated server for various games, including Garry’s Mod, Hostinger Game Panel is the way to go. Follow these steps:

Log in to hPanel and click VPS in the sidebar.
Click Manage on your Game Panel hosting.
In the VPS Overview menu, click Manage panel.
Enter your account details and click Login.
Click Create new instance.
Select Garry’s Mod from the application drop-down list and click Create Instance.
Double-click the new instance and go to Configurations → Security and Privacy → Generic Config.
Select the Server IP Address with eth0, preferably the IPv4 address.
Go back to your instance and click Start.

That’s it! Your Garry’s Mod server will be ready after a few minutes of downloading the necessary files. To connect to your server, follow these steps:

Double-click your Garry’s Mod instance and copy the endpoint from the Connection info section.
Open the Steam client and start Garry’s Mod.
Press the tilde (~) button on your keyboard to open the command console.
Enter the following command, replacing the IP address and port number with your endpoint: connect 185.185.185.185:27015

You can easily change server settings using the Hostinger Game Panel without using commands.

How to Manually Host a Garry’s Mod Server

If you prefer to host a GMod server manually using different software or operating systems, follow these steps:

Connect to your VPS using SSH and create a new user.
Download and install SteamCMD.
Download GMod server files.
Configure the server.
Configure the firewall.
Start your GMod server.

Conclusion

Hosting a Garry’s Mod server allows you to play with friends and make the gameplay more interesting. You can use Hostinger Game Panel for an easy setup or host manually using commands. Follow the steps provided in this article to set up your own GMod server and start enjoying multiplayer fun!

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