Pterodactyl Panel tutorials, custom eggs, VPS comparisons, and everything you need to run your own game server for under $5/month.
Step-by-step tutorials for every skill level.
A complete, updated guide to installing Pterodactyl Panel using Docker Compose in under 30 minutes. Works on Ubuntu 22/24.
BeginnerDownload and install working Minecraft eggs for Pterodactyl — Vanilla, Paper, Fabric, and Forge all covered.
IntermediateRun a FiveM GTA roleplay server on Pterodactyl Panel with txAdmin integration. Includes working 2026 egg JSON.
BeginnerTested comparison of Hetzner, Contabo, Vultr, and BisectHosting. Real benchmarks, real prices, no fluff.
IntermediatePelican is the spiritual successor to Pterodactyl. Here's a side-by-side comparison of features, stability, and community support.
IntermediateHost your own Valheim world for you and your friends. Includes auto-backup egg and proper permissions setup.
AdvancedDitch the ugly IP:port URL. Set up a real domain with HTTPS using Nginx + Certbot. Step-by-step with real config files.
AdvancedScale beyond one machine. Install and connect a second Wings node to your existing Pterodactyl Panel.
Tested for latency, CPU performance, and price per GB RAM.
| Provider | Starting Price | vCPU / RAM | DDoS Protection | Affiliate Payout | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 Hetzner | €4.51/mo | 2 vCPU / 4GB | ✓ | €10–€20/ref | EU game servers, best value |
| Contabo | €5.50/mo | 4 vCPU / 8GB | ✗ | €5–€10/ref | High RAM on budget |
| Vultr | $6/mo | 1 vCPU / 1GB | ✓ | $100/ref | US users, easy setup |
| BisectHosting | $2.99/mo | Managed | ✓ | 10% recurring | Beginners, managed servers |
| DigitalOcean | $6/mo | 1 vCPU / 1GB | ✗ | $25–$50/ref | Devs, good docs |
Download and import these straight into your Pterodactyl Panel. All tested and working in 2026.