Valheim Server Hosting

Dedicated Viking Survival Servers -- AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, DDR5 RAM, NVMe SSD

Deploy a high-performance Valheim dedicated server with guaranteed CPU threads, DDR5 memory, and NVMe storage. Host up to 10 players with full mod support through our built-in Thunderstore auto installer, automated backups, and DDoS protection across 6 global datacenters. Instant setup, no slot limits, and complete server control via our Pterodactyl-based panel.

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Powered by AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
Valheim Starter Server
Valheim Starter
High Performance starting at:
Renews $10/mo
$7.00/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    2 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    4GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    35GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Set the game slots yourself
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included
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Valheim Novice Server
Valheim Novice
High Performance starting at:
Renews $15/mo
$10.50/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    2 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    6GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    40GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Set the game slots yourself
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included
Valheim Rookie Server
Valheim Rookie
Starting at:
Renews $25/mo
$17.50/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    3 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    8GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    60GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Set the game slots yourself
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included
Valheim Pro Server
Valheim Pro
High Performance starting at:
Renews $35/mo
$24.50/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    4 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    12GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    80GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Unlimited player slots
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included
Valheim ProMax Server
Valheim ProMax
High Performance starting at:
Renews $45/mo
$31.50/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    6 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    16GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    120GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Unlimited player slots
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included
Valheim Ultimate Server
Valheim Ultimate
High Performance starting at:
Renews $60/mo
$42.00/month
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  • AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
    8 Dedicated Threads @ 5.7GHz
  • DDR5 RAM
    24GB (Guaranteed)
  • NVMe SSD Storage
    160GB Blazing-Fast
  • Game Slots
    Unlimited player slots
  • DDOS PROTECTION
    Included

Get the Best Performance for Your Valheim Server Hosting

Experience the hosting your project deserves with our cutting-edge, high-frequency hardware, meticulously optimized for Valheim. We guarantee unparalleled performance through our strict no-overload, no-oversell policy. Our unique transparency protocol puts you in control, providing real-time access to core server metrics. Stop wondering about your server's capabilities - with us, peak performance is proven.

  • Game Switcher
  • Powerful Hardware
  • Sub-Users and Complete Control
  • DDoS Protection
Valheim game switcher
Switch from Valheim to any other game that we host

Flexibility: XGamingServer provides a game switching feature, allowing you to switch between different games hosted on the same server. This means you can easily switch from Valheim to another supported game without needing a separate server.

Cost-Effective: This feature maximizes the use of your server resources and offers cost savings by eliminating the need to purchase multiple servers for different games.

Seamless Transition: The process of switching games is designed to be seamless and straightforward, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption. Your server settings and files are preserved, so you can jump back anytime.

Elevate Your Valheim Gaming Experience with Powerful Hardware

Experience unrivaled performance with our state-of-the-art, high-frequency hardware specifically optimized for Valheim servers. Our infrastructure is engineered to prevent overloads and overselling, delivering consistent and dependable performance.

We offer dedicated physical resources exclusively for your use, not just a shared pool of servers with slot restrictions. This guarantees your server remains unencumbered. With complete access to core server metrics, you can track performance as it happens. Hardware Specifications: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X @ 5.7GHz / 128GB DDR5 RAM / 1TB NVMe SSDs / Network Capacity: Premium 1Gbps

Collaborative Server Management with Instant File Access

Empower your team and streamline server administration with our comprehensive management tools. Invite trusted individuals - friends, developers, and staff members - to access your server console, allowing them to restart the server and configure files as needed. This collaborative approach distributes responsibilities, ensures smoother operations, and reduces the burden of solo server management while maintaining your control over permission levels.

Experience unparalleled convenience with our built-in file management system, eliminating the need for time-consuming SFTP programs. Add, delete, and edit files directly on your server through our intuitive interface. Whether you're tweaking a config file, updating server rules, or implementing new mods, you can make real-time changes from one centralized dashboard.

Best DDoS Protection for Valheim Servers

To combat the frequent DDoS attacks targeting the online gaming and eSport sectors, hosting platforms need robust protection for server IP addresses. These attacks, often exploiting UDP protocols, can severely disrupt gaming services.

Our service offers always-on, high-speed protection tailored to gaming applications, distinguishing legitimate players from attackers. Utilizing advanced traffic analysis and specialized hardware, our solution ensures game quality by filtering both incoming and outgoing traffic, effectively mitigating threats at both the network and application layers. This custom protection, developed through extensive research and testing, adapts to various games and communication modules to ensure optimal security.

Our datacenters are located in 5 regions

Global coverage our game servers are located in East and West Coast North America, Europe, Singapore and Australia getting you a Valheim server rental closest to you with minimal ping

Load Balancing

6 Global Datacenters

This ensures you always receive the best ping for a smooth and efficient gaming experience.

  • East Coast USA-NYC/Miami/Montreal
  • West Coast USA-Los Angeles
  • Europe-Frankenstein, Germany
  • Oceania-Australia/New Zealand
  • Singapore

Why Choose XGamingServer for Valheim Server Hosting

Experience the best Viking survival hosting with AMD Ryzen 9 7950X performance, optimized for Valheim's procedurally-generated worlds

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Valheim server support
Around the Clock Support

We respond to tickets in good record times, and we help as much as we can to solve your issues. Our support team understands Valheim server configurations inside and out.

Valheim server wiki
Extensive Documentation

Our documentation will already get you up and running with Valheim servers. From basics to advanced server configurations, mod installation, and world management.

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Valheim server instant activation
Instant Activation

Valheim servers come online within minutes of placing an order. This means you start playing instantly with your Viking crew.

Valheim server best hardware
Top of the Line Hardware

Our servers are hosted on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPUs with DDR5 RAM and NVMe SSD on a bandwidth of 1Gbps. This delivers the best Valheim server hosting and gaming experience available.

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Valheim server locations
Multiple Locations

Our Valheim servers are located across East and West Coast North America, Europe, Singapore and Australia. We ensure you get the server with the lowest ping.

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Valheim server panel
Custom Control Panel

Our control panel is fully customized to ensure easy and complete customization of your Valheim game server, including built-in Thunderstore mod support.

What other Valheim gamers are saying

Here is just a snippet on what our customers say about our Valheim hosting on Trustpilot

Valheim server User
"I got my server in the promised 5 minutes, and the support was somewhat good needs improvement though. I think it is a really good service."

Gox

Hardcore Gamer

Valheim server User
Valheim server User
"Their panel is really straight forward really simple, they have guide to say how to do everything on your server like how to mod it, how to wipe it, how to add a save etc."

Nos fx

Canadian Gamer

Valheim server User
Valheim server User
"I had a pretty good time with the service. The service especially pertaining to a couple of issues on day 1 were fixed by a friendly support staff so fast and so well that I knew I could trust the service. Will likely be back, thanks."

Rory Mace

Australian Gamer

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Setup Guides & Documentation on Valheim

Step-by-step server guides from our official documentation.

Guide

How to Connect to Your Server

Step-by-step guide to connecting to your Valheim dedicated server for the first time.

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Guide

How to Configure Your Server

Learn how to configure your Valheim server settings for the best experience.

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Guide

Installing Mods

How to install and manage mods on your Valheim dedicated server.

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Guide

Adding Admin Players

Grant admin access to trusted players on your Valheim server.

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About Valheim

What is Valheim?

Valheim is a Viking-themed survival and exploration game developed by Iron Gate Studio. Set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by Norse mythology, the game challenges players to prove their worth to the gods by conquering increasingly dangerous biomes and defeating powerful bosses. What sets Valheim apart from other survival games is its atmospheric world design, rewarding progression system, and remarkably satisfying building mechanics -- all running on a surprisingly lightweight engine that keeps performance smooth even during intense combat encounters.

Viking Survival and Exploration

Valheim Explore

At its core, Valheim is about surviving in a harsh wilderness with nothing but your wits and the resources around you. Players gather materials, craft tools and weapons, build shelters, cook food, and prepare for dangerous expeditions into uncharted territory. The game features a stamina-based combat system that rewards preparation and skill over raw stats. Whether you prefer close-quarters melee combat with swords and shields, ranged attacks with bows, or a combination of both, Valheim gives you the freedom to develop your own playstyle. The food system is particularly clever -- you cannot starve, but eating different foods grants health, stamina, and regeneration buffs that are essential for tackling tougher challenges.

Boss Progression and Biomes

Valheim Build

Valheim's world is divided into distinct biomes -- Meadows, Black Forest, Swamp, Mountains, Plains, Mistlands, Ashlands, and Deep North -- each with unique enemies, resources, and environmental hazards. Progression is driven by defeating powerful bosses scattered across the world. Each boss drops materials and unlocks crafting recipes that allow you to access new biomes and craft better equipment. This structure provides a clear sense of direction while still allowing complete freedom to explore, build, and play at your own pace. Sailing between islands on handcrafted longships adds another layer of adventure, as you chart unknown waters and discover new lands.

Why Host Your Own Valheim Server?

Valheim Craft and Survive

While Valheim supports peer-to-peer hosting through Steam, running a dedicated server offers significant advantages for groups of friends who want a persistent world. A dedicated server stays online even when the host is offline, allowing your Viking crew to log in and continue building, exploring, and progressing at any time. With a dedicated server, you also get better performance during large builds or events with multiple players, full control over server settings and world configurations, and the ability to install mods through Thunderstore for customized gameplay experiences. Whether you are running a small group of 3-4 friends or a full 10-player server, dedicated hosting eliminates the lag and connectivity issues that come with peer-to-peer connections.

Frequently Asked Questions About Valheim Server Hosting

Get answers to common questions about hosting your Valheim dedicated server. Need more help? Contact our expert support team.

What is Valheim Server Hosting?
  • Valheim Server Hosting refers to renting dedicated server resources to host your own Valheim game server. This gives you a persistent world that stays online 24/7, allowing up to 10 players to connect and play even when the original host is offline. Unlike peer-to-peer hosting, a dedicated server provides better performance, lower latency, and full control over world settings, mods, and player management. Rent your Valheim server today and get 30% OFF your first month with code XGAMEON.

Why should I choose dedicated Valheim Hosting from XGamingServer?
  • Dedicated Valheim Server Hosting from XGamingServer provides superior performance compared to local hosting or peer-to-peer connections. Our servers run on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processors with DDR5 RAM and NVMe SSD storage, offering 24/7 uptime, DDoS protection, and global server locations for the best ping. You get complete control over server settings, built-in Thunderstore mod support, automated backups, and can host up to 10 players without performance concerns.

Can I install mods on my Valheim server?
  • Yes, all XGamingServer Valheim servers include a built-in Thunderstore auto mod installer that makes adding mods simple and fast. You can also install mods manually via SFTP or through the Pterodactyl control panel file manager. Popular mods like Valheim Plus, BepInEx, and hundreds of Thunderstore community mods are fully supported.

How many players can join my Valheim server?
  • Valheim officially supports up to 10 players per server. Our hosting plans do not impose artificial slot limits -- you configure the player count yourself. For the best experience with a full 10-player server, we recommend the Rookie plan or higher to ensure smooth performance during large boss fights and building sessions.