Getting Started
Learn what you need to run a Hytale server and understand the basics. Read more
Hytale Server Documentation
Unofficial community guides for setting up and modding Hytale dedicated servers.
Quick Start
Section titled “Quick Start”Installation
Install Java 25 and set up your server files step by step. Get started
Server Configuration
Configure server settings, worlds, and performance options. Configure
System Requirements
4GB RAM minimum, Java 25, UDP port 5520 access.
Modding
Section titled “Modding”Modding Overview
Start here to understand the Hytale server modding architecture and concepts. Read overview
Plugin System
Create powerful plugins with the JavaPlugin framework and lifecycle management. Learn more
Event System
Subscribe to game events with priority ordering and async support. Explore events
ECS Components
Use the Entity-Component-System architecture for game objects. View components
Commands
Register custom commands with argument parsing and permissions. View commands
Examples
Complete code examples and common patterns for plugin development. See examples
Key Features
Section titled “Key Features”QUIC Protocol
Hytale uses the modern QUIC protocol over UDP for fast, reliable connections.
Server Mesh
Built-in support for connecting multiple servers without third-party proxies.
Automatic Backups
Configure automatic world backups with customizable frequency.
Authentication
OAuth 2.0 based authentication with support for offline mode.
Community
Section titled “Community”Join our community to get help, share your server setups, and connect with other administrators.