How many players can play?

Romestead supports 1 to 8 players in co-op. Difficulty scales automatically with player count – more players means tougher enemies.

Are there Romestead servers for PS4, PS5 or Xbox?

No. Romestead is PC-only via Steam and no console version has been announced. That means console servers do not exist — not from us and not from anyone else. The confusion likely comes from the announcement: Romestead supports PS5 and Xbox **controllers** on PC, which is a different thing from a console release.

Is there a free Romestead server?

Not permanently free. With pay-per-use you only pay for the time your server actually runs: at 3 hours a day that comes to roughly 4.31 € a month, and if you only play at weekends you pay less. A stopped server costs nothing.

How much does a Romestead server cost?

Pay-per-Use starts at about 0.0479 €/h for 4 GB RAM (Legionary) – a 4-hour co-op session costs around 0.19 €, or about 0.38 € with 8 GB (Centurion, 0.0940 €/h). Fixed plans start at 12.00 €/month, with term discounts up to 20% at 360 days.

How much RAM do I need?

The official server guide recommends 4 GB RAM for up to 4 players and 8 GB for 5+ players or large worlds. For full 8-player lobbies with huge settlements, 8-12 GB (Centurion/Praetor) keeps you on the safe side.

Which port does a Romestead server use?

UDP 8050 by default. You can change it via the "Port" value in config.json. At RespawnHost the port is configured and opened automatically – no router port forwarding like with home hosting.

How do I connect to my Romestead server?

In the multiplayer menu, connect directly via the server IP and the password from config.json. You'll find both in your server's web interface at RespawnHost.

Does the server run without connected players?

Yes. Romestead ships with standalone dedicated server software that runs without a connected player. Your settlement stays persistent as long as the server is online.

Are there night attacks?

Yes. At night the dead walk and attack your settlement. Build walls, defenses, and traps so your citizens survive to see the morning.

How does the favor of the gods work?

You awaken the Roman gods with offerings and sacrifices; each grants unique buffs and abilities. These apply to your character on the server.

Where are the servers located?

We operate locations in Germany and in the USA (Salt Lake City). Choose your location when creating the server.

What hardware does RespawnHost use?

We exclusively use AMD Ryzen processors – in Germany, modern AMD Ryzen CPUs with a 10 Gbit/s uplink. Storage runs on NVMe SSDs.

How fast is my server online?

The server itself comes online in under 90 seconds. Installing the Romestead game files takes another 1-3 minutes depending on location.

How does DDoS protection work?

Every server sits behind Premium Gaming DDoS Protection. It is always on at every location and included at no extra cost.

Can I migrate my singleplayer save?

Yes, upload your local world via SFTP into the server's saved_worlds/ folder and load it via AutoStartWorldName in config.json. Settlement and progress come along.

We create automatic backups. You can also create manual snapshots and restore any backup with one click from the web interface.

What happens if my credit runs out?

The server stops automatically. World, settlement, and characters remain intact. After topping up, everything continues right where you left off.

Is there a minimum contract?

No. There is no contract and no minimum term at RespawnHost. You top up credit and use it whenever you want.

How are updates installed?

Restart the server – our system fetches the update from Steam automatically and installs it before booting. Important during Early Access with frequent patches.

Is Romestead finished?

Romestead has been in Steam Early Access since May 25, 2026 (€13.99). Beartwigs plans one to two years of Early Access and patches continuously – next up is the summer update (targeting August 31, 2026) with controller support and network improvements.

Do I have SFTP access?

Yes, full SFTP access to all server files, including config files, world saves, and logs.

Can I tweak server settings?

Yes. All settings live in config.json – password, port, MaxPlayers, world size (AutoCreateWorldSize 0-2), and world name are changed via the web interface or SFTP. They apply after a restart.

How do I change the server name or password?

At any time via the web interface. Changes apply after a restart.

Are scheduled restarts supported?

Yes. You can configure scheduled restarts (daily, weekly) from the web interface.

How fast is your support?

On Discord typically within a few minutes; via the ticket system within minutes to hours.

Romestead

Romestead Server Hosting

Name: Romestead Server Hosting
Brand: RespawnHost
SKU: romestead-hosting
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (22 reviews)

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Simple & flexible

Easy setup, flexible terms, full control.

Safe & protected

DDoS protection, backups and modern hosting.

Billed by the second

Pay-per-use – only pay while your server runs.

Our most popular plans

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4GBRAM

12.00 €/ mo

Recommended for 4 players

Premium server hardware
Premium DDoS protection
Game switching to 43 more games included

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8GBRAM

22.79 €/ mo

Recommended for 8 players

Co-op standard
Premium server hardware
Premium DDoS protection
Game switching to 59 more games included

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12GBRAM

32.40 €/ mo

Recommended for 12 players

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Game switching to 59 more games included

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16GBRAM

40.79 €/ mo

Recommended for 16 players

Premium server hardware
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Game switching to 59 more games included

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48.00 €/ mo

Recommended for 24 players

Premium server hardware
Premium DDoS protection
Game switching to 59 more games included

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54.00 €/ mo

Recommended for 30 players

Maximum performance
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Game switching to 59 more games included

No slot limits – player counts are recommendations, tested on our hardware.

4.7/5 on Trustpilot · "CoC Modded" runs 50+ players stable on modern AMD Ryzen hardware

Fixed plans are 100% prepaid – paid once in advance from your balance. No subscription contract, no debt collection: without balance nothing renews.

What is a Romestead server?

A Romestead server is a dedicated server for Beartwigs' survival townbuilder set in Ancient Rome: your settlement lives permanently on the server, up to 8 players rebuild Rome in co-op, and nobody has to host. The dedicated server software ships free with the game since the Early Access launch on May 25, 2026 (Windows & Linux, .NET 8, default port UDP 8050). At RespawnHost you rent it Pay-per-Use from 0.0479 €/h (billed by the second, only while the server runs) or as a fixed plan from 12.00 €/month — ready in under 90 seconds.

Dedicated server since EA day 1 1-8 player co-op Pay-per-Use from 0.0479 €/h Online in 90 seconds

Everything your settlement needs

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

Instant Setup

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

Co-op for 1-8 players

Difficulty scales with group size. Play solo or with up to 7 friends.

Custom Control Panel

Real-time console, file manager, config editor, and auto-restarts in one interface.

Per-Second Billing

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

DDoS Protection

Premium Gaming DDoS Protection at every location. Always-on protection at no extra cost.

Quality Gaming Support

Our support team consists of real gamers – Discord response within minutes.

Gaming Infrastructure

Premium hardware for your Romestead server

Kostenrechner

Calculate your real costs for Romestead

Play time per day3h

1h24h

Your typical day

0:0024:00

Fixed plan

12.00 €

runs around the clock

RespawnHost

~4.31 €

3h/day billed

Your savings

versus the fixed plan, at 90 h/month

64 %

~7.69 €

The fixed plan only pays off from around 8.4 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 Romestead

Processor

AMD Ryzen

RAM

DDR5

Storage

NVMe SSD

DDoS protection

Premium Gaming DDoS Protection

Uplink

10 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

Credit is 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.

Romestead Price Example

Legionary (4 GB RAM) as fixed plan34.49 € / Month

Pay-per-Use hourly rate (4 GB)≈ 0.0479 € / Hour

(0.0479 € × 720 Hours = 34.49 €)

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 Romestead Servers

Romestead Server Hosting: Rebuild Rome from the ashes – together

Romestead by Beartwigs (published by Three Friends) is a survival townbuilder set in a stylized pixel-art Ancient Rome – in Steam Early Access since May 25, 2026 and past 400,000 players within its first weeks. Civilization has collapsed, the gods have gone silent, and at night the dead walk. By day you gather resources across four biomes (plains, forest, desert, volcanic), grow your camp into a working settlement, and awaken the Roman gods with offerings to earn unique buffs. With your own dedicated server from RespawnHost, you rebuild Rome with up to 7 friends (8 players total) – on a persistent world that keeps running even when nobody is online.

Why rent a Romestead server at RespawnHost?

Romestead has shipped free standalone dedicated server software since the Early Access launch – cross-platform for Windows and Linux (.NET 8) and fully configurable via config.json. The server runs without a player connected – ideal for persistent settlements that grow over weeks. We exclusively run modern AMD Ryzen CPUs in our German locations – with a 10 Gbit/s uplink and NVMe SSDs, so night hordes, town simulation, and survival mechanics stay smooth even at a full 8-player lobby.

A dedicated server solves the host problem: peer-to-peer sessions stop the moment the host goes offline, but your RespawnHost server runs permanently. Your teammates keep building the settlement, defending the walls, and gathering resources – even when you don't have time. Progress is stored centrally, automatic backups protect your world.

Features for every settler

1-8 player co-op: difficulty scales automatically with group size
Persistent world: settlement runs 24/7 even without connected players
Fully configurable: all server settings via the web interface
Full SFTP access: configs, world saves, and logs directly accessible
DDoS protection at every location
Automatic backups: 1-click restore via the web interface

With Pay-Per-Use, you only pay when your server is actually running. Perfect for groups with fixed play nights – no 30-day plans, no remaining term, no hidden costs.

Fairness through Pay-Per-Use

Why pay for a 24/7 Romestead server when you only meet in the evening? At RespawnHost, you start the server before the session and stop it afterwards. Your credit is billed by the second – server off = 0.00 €. Or keep it running so your settlement stays persistent overnight. Your call.

For always-on worlds there are fixed plans too: the Legionary with 4 GB RAM costs 12.00 € per month, with term discounts up to 20% (360 days: effectively 6.72 €/month). Full transparency: you see exactly what your hourly cost is. No hidden fees, no auto-renewal.

Tip: Schedule an auto-restart before your sessions so the server boots fresh and is ready to play immediately.

Peer-to-peer, self-hosting, or dedicated server?

Romestead offers three ways to play co-op – with big differences for persistent settlements:

Peer-to-peer session: One player hosts the world in-game. Simple, but the session ends the moment the host goes offline – and their internet connection and PC limit performance for everyone.

Self-hosted dedicated server: The free server software also runs on your own machine – but you need .NET 8, a UDP 8050 port forward on your router, and a PC that runs 24/7 and burns power.

Rented dedicated server: At RespawnHost there is no port forwarding, no power bill, no maintenance – the server runs in a data center on modern AMD Ryzen hardware, the panel pulls updates from Steam automatically, and with Pay-per-Use you only pay for actual uptime.

Configuring your Romestead server: config.json, port 8050 & world sizes

The Romestead server software is controlled entirely through a single config.json in the server directory – editable at RespawnHost via the web interface or SFTP. The key settings:

The server autosaves every 6 minutes to the saved_worlds/ folder and keeps one rolling backup – on top of that, our automatic backups protect your world with 1-click restore. As a RAM baseline, the official server guide recommends 4 GB for up to 4 players and 8 GB for 5+ players or large worlds – our plans from Legionary (4 GB) to Imperator (24 GB) cover every settlement size.

Port (default: 8050, UDP): your server's game port – set up and opened automatically at RespawnHost
MaxPlayers (default: 8): maximum player count – 8 is the engine's co-op limit
Password: the server password – teammates join from the multiplayer menu via IP + password
AutoCreateWorldSize: world size on creation – 0 = Small, 1 = Standard, 2 = Large
AutoStartWorldName & AutoCreateAndLoadWorld: which world is loaded or auto-created on server start
EnableCheats (default: false): reserved for future updates

Romestead in 2026: Early Access, summer update & roadmap

Romestead launched into Steam Early Access on May 25, 2026 (€13.99) – the debut title of six-person studio Beartwigs – and passed 400,000 players within its first weeks. Beartwigs has been patching continuously based on community feedback; the Early Access phase is planned for one to two years.

In the dev update from June 25, 2026, the studio outlined what's next: a late-summer 2026 update (targeting August 31) brings controller support, network improvements, and quality-of-life features – and a fifth, darker biome is teased for winter (dataminers point to a swamp, officially unconfirmed). The roadmap also lists more bosses, new progression tiers, and balancing. There is deliberately no 1.0 date: Beartwigs promises content over deadlines. With a RespawnHost server you're in on every patch immediately – just restart and the update installs automatically.

Last updated: July 2026