Counter-Strike server hosting

Before hosting a CS2 server, you need to generate a Game Server Login Token (GSLT) by accessing the Steam Game Server Account Management page.

Sign up or log in to your Steam account, then create a new game server account. After that, enter 730 as the App ID for Counter-Strike, name your server, and click Create. When your new token appears, store it safely – you’ll need it for configuring the CS2 server settings later.

Here’s how to create a CS2 server with Hostinger:

1. Purchase one of our Counter-Strike server hosting plans.
2. Once you’ve gained access to hPanel, navigate to VPS, find your new plan, and click Setup.
3. Enter your server name, choose a server location, and set up the root password.
4. Head to the Panel Access tab, click the Login URL, and enter your login credentials.
5. When the Game Panel opens, select Create Instance and choose Counter-Strike 2 from the dropdown menu.
6. Click Create to set up your CS2 instance, where your server files and configurations will be stored.

After creating a CS2 instance, configure your own private server directly from the Game Panel:

1. Click your server instance and select Manage.
2. Go to Configuration → CS2 Server Settings, and enter your GSLT in the relevant field.
3. Customize the game settings based on your preferences, including the game type, map name, and maximum number of players.
4. After everything looks good, head to Status → Start.
5. If you find the Could not complete action error, don’t panic. Click OK and wait as the Game Panel downloads the necessary files.

By now, your CS2 server is up and running. Next, invite your friends to play using the community server browser or the game’s console.

Choosing the right server size for Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) depends on several factors, including the number of players you expect, the type of gameplay you're hosting, and the performance requirements.

Our VPS Game Panel 2 plan is an ideal choice if you’re hosting a small group of players. Equipped with 8 GB RAM, 2 vCPU Cores, and mod installers, this plan offers everything you need to tailor the game server to your liking.

Looking to host more players? Easily upgrade to a higher plan from our VPS control panel.

Dedicated Counter-Strike servers are typically optimized for the game's specific requirements, ensuring better performance, lower latency, and a smoother gameplay experience for players.

As your community grows, or if you want to host tournaments or special events, you can easily scale the server resources to handle more players while maintaining the best gaming experience.

A server's tick rate is the number of times it processes and updates game data per second. This includes player movements, actions, and game interactions.

Higher tick rates lead to more frequent updates, making the game feel more responsive. It is crucial for fast-paced games where split-second decisions and actions are key, such as Counter-Strike.

However, they also require more processing power, so make sure your hosting plan provides enough server resources.

Yes, if you’re not sure how to install mods and plugins, customize the game mode preset, or create new maps, simply ask our AI Assistant and get accurate responses in no time.

We also provide articles on Counter-Strike server management in our Knowledge Base and tutorials on VPS-related topics. Plus, our Customer Success team is available 24/7 to address general questions about your account and subscription billings.