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Hosting a Space Engineers server doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive!

The easiest, fastest and most reliable way to get started is to use a dedicated game server hosting provider, like us: Kinetic Hosting, with instant setup and full mod support, you can be up and running near instantly.

Whilst self-hosting, or using a dedicated server, is possible, they often require advanced technical knowledge, strong hardware and a lot of time to configure different ports and firewalls. The least stressful and simplest way to host a server is managed hosting.

Key Takeaways

The easiest way to host a Space Engineers server is with a managed provider. No setup stress, no port forwarding, online within minutes.
You’ll need a Steam account, a copy of Space Engineers and an idea of your server size.
At Kinetic Hosting, we offer full mod support, simple setup and 24/7 support from real people, no AI.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

Before setting up your Space Engineers server, make sure you have the basics covered:

A Steam account: You’ll need this to access and manage the game files.
A copy of Space Engineers installed: You can purchase and download it through Steam.
An idea of your server size and setup: The number of players you’ll have, the number of Mods you’d want, etc., will assist in setting up your server.

Start Hosting a Space Engineers Server Within Minutes

The fastest, easiest and most reliable way to host a Space Engineers server is by using a trusted game server provider, like Kinetic Hosting. No technical setup needed, everything is handled for you.

No ports to open, firewalls to mess with. Just a few clicks and you’re online, ready to play.

Whether you’re new to server hosting or just want something that works as soon as you purchase, this is the easiest way to get started.

1. Choose a Reliable Hosting Provider

We offer dedicated Space Engineers server hosting with a simple setup process, full mod support, 24/7 help from our support team (No AI or Bots) and 100% Uptime guaranteed. Once you’re signed up, you get access to the Kinetic Panel, and everything about your server is managed in one place.

2. Choose a Space Engineers Hosting Plan

Pick a plan based on how you want to play. Small Group? Go basic. Community Server with Mods? Choose a higher-tier plan.

👉 Explore our Space Engineers hosting plans

3. Access the Kinetic Panel

Once you’re signed up, you’ll get instant access to the Kinetic Panel. From here, you can manage your entire server without needing to mess with configs.

4. Install Space Engineers Server

In just a few clicks, install Space Engineers from the game list in the panel. No manual setup or config headaches. Just pick, click, done!

5. Configure Any Mods

If you’re planning on using any Mods, now is the time to add them to your server. All Mods can be added through the Steam Workshop, making adding Mods simple; you just need to add the workshop IDs!

6. Jump into Space Engineers

Once your server is set up, it’s ready to go. Invite your friends, or run a full community - your world is online.

7. What if I Run into Issues During Setup?

We’ve designed the setup to be as easy as possible. But if anything comes up, our support team is available 24/7.

Need help? Check out our Space Engineers help resource.

Can You Play Space Engineers With Just Friends?

Yes! Hosting a private server is the best way to enjoy Space Engineers casually. You can make it private with a password, limit slots or even whitelist players.

How Can Your Friends Join?

Share your Server IP and Port: Found in the Kinetic Panel
Direct Connect In-Game: Use the in-game server browser or “Connect” tab
Use a Password (If Set): Make sure they have it before joining

Simple and Straightforward Hosting at Kinetic!

Ready to start? You can be live in minutes with Space Engineers server hosting.

Using our game hosting panel, you’ll have full customisation and control. Our team is here 24/7 if you ever need help.

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