Can I use crossplay with PS5 and Xbox?

Yes, since V2.0 also on dedicated servers: set `ServerAllowCrossplay` in serverconfig.xml to true and keep EAC enabled. The server has to run without mods and is capped at 8 slots in crossplay.

How many players fit on the server?

The default is 8 slots (`ServerMaxPlayerCount`). On PC-only servers you can raise the value — the limit is server performance. Crossplay servers stay at a maximum of 8 slots.

How do I install mods?

Create a folder named `Mods` in the main directory of the server and upload the mod files there. A restart activates them. Note: with mods installed, console players can no longer join.

How do I generate an RWG world?

In `serverconfig.xml`, set `GameWorld` to `RWG` and adjust `WorldGenSize` (6144 to 10240, in steps of 2048) and `GameName`. The world is generated on first start — depending on size, this takes a few minutes.

How do I become admin?

You must enter your SteamID64 in the `serveradmin.xml` file (Level 0 for full rights). Then you can use commands in the console.

How much RAM do I need?

For Navezgane with a small group, 4-8 GB is enough. For RWG maps (8k+) we recommend 12-16 GB, and for overhaul mods like Darkness Falls 16 GB or more — world generation and large bases eat a lot of memory.

How do I change difficulty, XP rate, or day length?

Since V3.0 via the sandbox menu: configure the 150+ options in-game, copy the generated SandboxCode, and paste it into serverconfig.xml. The old properties like `GameDifficulty` no longer exist there.

Can I customize the horde night?

Yes — blood moon frequency, enemy count per player, and more are part of the sandbox options since V3.0 and go into the config via the SandboxCode. Up to V2.6 these were individual properties like `BloodMoonFrequency`.

Is there Telnet/RCON?

Yes — `TelnetEnabled` defaults to true (port 8081, secure it with `TelnetPassword`). Admin tools like CSMM and its successor Takaro run on top of it.

Restart the server — our system installs the current version. Attention: major version jumps (e.g., V2.6 to V3.0) often require a map wipe or a fresh world.

Where can I find the savegames?

On Linux servers under `.local/share/7DaysToDie/Saves` or the path configured via `UserDataFolder`. You have full SFTP access to them.

What is 'Land Claim'?

The Land Claim Block protects your base from other players (in PvP) and prevents zombie spawns nearby. The size is adjustable via `LandClaimSize` (default 41 blocks).

Yes, you can set `PlayerKillingMode` to 0 so players cannot hurt each other (3 = everyone can kill everyone).

Do you support Darkness Falls?

Yes, with one caveat: the current build DF V6 only runs on the 7DTD 1.0 branch — server and clients need to be pinned to the V1 version. Also plan for 16 GB RAM or more.

How do I ban players?

Via console command `ban add [Name/SteamID] [Duration] [Reason]` or via `serveradmin.xml`.

Is the server online 24/7?

Yes, as long as you don't stop it (and have credit), it runs continuously. On a fixed plan it always does — the monthly price is flat.

What happens in case of a server crash?

Our system monitors the server and usually restarts it automatically in case of a crash.

Where are the servers located?

We have servers in Germany and in the USA (Salt Lake City) — with DDoS protection at both locations.

You set up manual and automatic backups right in the panel (for a small fee). That keeps your base and saves protected against data loss.

7 days to die

7 Days to Die Server Hosting

Name: 7 Days to Die Server Hosting
Brand: RespawnHost
SKU: 7-days-to-die-hosting
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (26 reviews)

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What is a 7 Days to Die server?

A 7 Days to Die server is a dedicated game server for The Fun Pimps' zombie survival game that keeps your world online 24/7 — with your own rules for horde nights, loot, and mods. At RespawnHost you rent one pay-per-use from 0.0479 €/h (billed per second, only while the server runs) or as a fixed plan from 10.00 €/month; ready in under 90 seconds, with optional crossplay for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series.

Crossplay: PC, PS5 & Xbox

Pay-per-use from 0.0479 €/h

V3.0 "Dead Hot Summer" ready

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Crossplay

7 Days to Die Crossplay Server: PC, PS5 & Xbox Together

Since V2.0 (June 2025), crossplay also works on dedicated servers: Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series players survive together on your server. To enable it, set the ServerAllowCrossplay property in serverconfig.xml to true, keep EAC (Easy Anti-Cheat) enabled, and run the server vanilla — mods in the Mods folder block console joins. Important: crossplay servers are capped at 8 slots (console requirement). PC-only servers can run more slots and any mods you like.

Everything you need

These features are included in every package and make your server the perfect gaming experience.

Instant Setup

Your server is ready in under 90 seconds. No waiting times, start playing immediately.

Unlimited Slots

No limit on the number of players. Invite as many friends as you want.

Custom Control Panel

Fully customizable control panel with all the features you need.

Per-Second Billing

Pay only when your server is online. The corresponding amount is deducted per second.

DDoS Protection

Our permanent DDoS protection keeps attacks away and guarantees a lag-free gaming experience.

Quality Gaming Support

Our support team consists of real gamers who can help you at any time.

Gaming Infrastructure

Premium hardware for your 7 Days to Die server

Kostenrechner

Calculate your real costs for 7 Days to Die

Play time per day3h

1h24h

Your typical day

0:0024:00

Fixed plan

10.00 €

runs around the clock

RespawnHost

~4.31 €

3h/day billed

Your savings

versus the fixed plan, at 90 h/month

57 %

~5.69 €

The fixed plan only pays off from around 7.0 hours a day. Below that, Pay-per-Use is cheaper.

For reference: €11.00 (4 GB, monthly, BisectHosting, as of July 2026)

Based on the 4 GB package. Actual costs may vary depending on usage.

Hardware & Infrastruktur

Optimized for 7 Days to Die

Processor

AMD Ryzen

RAM

DDR5

Storage

NVMe SSD

DDoS protection

Premium Gaming DDoS Protection

Uplink

25 Gbit/s

Uptime

100.00 %

All systems operational

Live status on Instatus

Transparent Price Calculation

Our pricing models are completely transparent and fair. You only pay for what you really use.

You only pay when the server is online

No costs when your server is turned off. Pay only for actual usage.

Per-Second Billing

costs are deducted live as soon as the server is online. Server off = no more cost consumption.

No hidden costs

When your server is turned off, no costs are incurred. No setup fees, no hidden costs.

7 Days to Die Price Example

Scavenger (4 GB RAM) as fixed plan34.50 € / Month

Pay-per-use hourly rate≈ 0.0479 € / Hour

(0.0479 € × 720 Hours = 34.50 €)

Live Billing

Credit is only deducted while the server is running. Stop it to save.

Example: 4 GB Package

2 hours online≈ 0.10 €

Server turned off0.00 €

Total costOnly what you play!

The difference to traditional hosters

Compare our features with those of traditional hosters and see for yourself why RespawnHost.com is the better choice.

Feature	RespawnHost.com	Provider A	Provider B	Provider C	Provider D
Pay only when server online
Server ready in under 90 seconds
Unlimited Slots
Unlimited NVMe SSD
Unlimited Cores
Custom Control Panel
Full SFTP Access
Free Databases
Premium Hardware *2

*1 Sample of four major providers, surveyed in July 2026 based on their public pricing and feature pages. The providers are not named because plans can change at any time — what counts is the state as of the survey date.

Frequently Asked Questions about 7 Days to Die Servers

7 Days to Die (7D2D) Server Hosting: Build, Loot, Survive

7 Days to Die combines shooter, survival, tower defense, and role-playing in a fully destructible voxel world. Every 7 days the blood moon horde attacks — is your base ready? With your own 7D2D server rental you set the rules: how strong are the zombies, how much loot drops, and which mods run? Since V2.0 even cross-platform with PS5 and Xbox players.

Why rent a 7 Days to Die server at RespawnHost?

The voxel world of 7 Days to Die is completely destructible. The server has to save and calculate every change to the terrain — especially during horde nights or when entire buildings collapse, CPU power is required. Our servers deliver the performance to keep physics calculations from becoming a lag fest.

Random World Generation (RWG) creates unique worlds from 6144 to 10240 blocks across, but needs plenty of RAM. Our plans range from 4 to 32 GB — enough to generate huge 10k maps or run overhaul mods.

Features for Builders

RWG Support: Generate your own unique world
Mod Support: Install mods easily via SFTP (Mods folder)
Config Editor: Edit serverconfig.xml right in the web interface
Telnet Access: Full admin control via tools like CSMM/Takaro
DDoS Protection: Security for your community
Backup System: Protect your buildings from data loss

With our Pay-Per-Use model, you only pay when you play. Perfect for co-op groups that only meet on weekends for the horde night.

How much does a 7 Days to Die server cost?

A 7 Days to Die server at RespawnHost starts at 10.00 €/month as a fixed plan (Scavenger, 4 GB RAM) — effectively 5.60 €/month on a 360-day term. Or go pay-per-use from 0.0479 €/h and pay only while the server runs: billed per second, ideal for groups that only meet for horde night.

The most popular entry point for RWG worlds is Survivor with 8 GB RAM at 19.00 €/month or 0.0882 €/h. Full transparency: no setup fees, no hidden costs — you watch your credit usage live in the panel.

Tip: Stop the server when nobody is playing — in pay-per-use mode it then costs exactly €0.00. Your world and backups stay safe, of course.

How do I configure a 7 Days to Die dedicated server? (serverconfig.xml)

A 7 Days to Die dedicated server is controlled via serverconfig.xml — at RespawnHost you can edit it right in the web interface or via SFTP. The most important properties at a glance:

Important since V3.0 (June 29, 2026): gameplay settings like difficulty, XP rate, day length, loot abundance, and all blood moon options are no longer individual XML properties. They now live in over 150 sandbox options that you configure in the in-game sandbox menu — the game generates a SandboxCode that you paste into serverconfig.xml. Old tutorials referencing GameDifficulty or BloodMoonFrequency are outdated; server properties like ports, slots, password, and crossplay remain unchanged.

ServerPort: default 26900 (TCP+UDP, plus 26901–26902 UDP) — preconfigured on our servers
ServerMaxPlayerCount: default 8 slots — can be raised on PC-only servers, crossplay servers stay at 8
GameWorld: Navezgane (fixed map) or RWG for generated worlds
WorldGenSize: 6144 to 10240, in steps of 2048 (6144, 8192, 10240)
ServerAllowCrossplay: true unlocks PS5 & Xbox players (EAC on, no mods)
TelnetEnabled / TelnetPort 8081: remote administration for admin tools
LandClaimSize: default 41 blocks of protection around your base

7 Days to Die V3.0 "Dead Hot Summer": What's New

V3.0 "Dead Hot Summer" launched on June 29, 2026 — for the first time simultaneously on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5. The update brings over 150 sandbox options, making servers more customizable than ever. Our servers run the current stable V3.0.1 (July 13, 2026).

And there's more coming: bandits and a story mode (V4.0) have been announced — no release date yet (as of July 2026). Since March 2026, The Fun Pimps are also part of Behaviour Interactive (Dead by Daylight), giving development an extra boost.

Last updated: July 2026