How to Host a GRAV Server – Step-by-Step Guide for Explorers
If you’re ready to build your own world, conquer planets, and explore GRAV’s universe with friends, hosting your own server is the best way to do it. A dedicated GRAV server gives you full control over rules, rates, mods, and world progression — so you can shape your adventure exactly the way you like.
This guide walks you through how to host your server and why Citadel Servers is the ideal partner for GRAV hosting.
Step 1: Pick a Reliable Hosting Provider
GRAV is a fast-paced survival sandbox game where world simulation, physics, and creatures all run server-side. To keep your gameplay smooth, you’ll need strong performance and consistent uptime.
When choosing a host, look for:
Performance: GRAV benefits from powerful CPUs and NVMe SSD storage for fast load times and stable tick rates.
Network Quality: A strong global network ensures low ping, smooth exploration, and no interruptions during combat or base raids.
Ease of Management: A good control panel saves you time, letting you configure settings quickly without digging through complicated files.
Support Availability: 24/7 assistance from knowledgeable staff makes troubleshooting painless.
Citadel Servers delivers all of this — optimized hardware, global locations, and an easy-to-use control panel built specifically for hosting survival and sandbox games like GRAV.
Step 2: Order Your Hosting Plan
Once you’re ready to host with Citadel Servers, getting started only takes a few minutes:
1. Go to the GRAV hosting page.
2. Choose how many player slots you want.
3. Pick your server location closest to your player base for the best ping.
4. Select any extras, like process priority, premium support, etc.
5. Proceed to checkout — once payment is confirmed, your server deploys automatically.
You’ll receive an email with your control panel login details and connection info within minutes.
Step 3: Configure Your Server
With your server online, it’s time to customize your GRAV world:
- Follow our Quick Start Guide
Set your server name, password, and admin access.
Edit gameplay settings such as experience rates, resource gathering, enemy spawn difficulty, and day/night cycle.
Enable or disable PvP, base raiding, or building rules depending on the type of server you want.
Easily install or upload mods using the built-in Mod Manager, or manage files manually through FTP/SFTP.
All configuration tools are available directly in the Citadel Control Panel, making setup simple even for first-time server owners.
Step 4: Launch and Play
Once your settings are ready, start your server from the panel and send the IP and port to your friends.
Players can join instantly through the in-game server list or by entering your server’s connection details manually.
You can monitor player activity, manage admin commands, restart the server, or apply updates anytime — all directly from the web interface.
Why Host with Citadel Servers
Citadel Servers provides the stability, performance, and customization freedom needed to run a smooth and reliable GRAV world. Our hosting is built for players who want full control, zero lag, and uninterrupted gameplay.
What Makes Us Stand Out
Instant Setup: Your GRAV server deploys within minutes after payment — no waiting, no delays.
High-Performance Hardware: We use dedicated CPU power and ultra-fast NVMe SSDs to keep your world running smoothly, even during intense battles or large player activity.
Global Data Centers: Choose from multiple worldwide server locations to ensure the lowest ping for your community.
Full Access & Mod Freedom: Enjoy unrestricted file access and upload any custom mods, settings, or content you want.
One-Click Mod Manager: Quickly browse, install, and update mods straight from the control panel — no manual uploads required.
Automated Backups & Easy Restarts: Keep your world safe with scheduled backups and handle reboots with a single click.
24/7 Expert Support: Our technical support team is always available to help you solve issues fast and keep your server running flawlessly.
Your GRAV universe deserves reliable performance, strong hardware, and full customization freedom — and that’s exactly what Citadel Servers provides.
