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Host a RAGE:MP Dedicated Server

RAGE:MP is a multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V. Create custom game modes, roleplay servers, and more with full scripting support (JavaScript, C#).

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RequirementsSetup GuideInstallation

Hardware Requirements

Here's what you need to run a RAGE:MP dedicated server.

Economy

Small private server, 1-16 players

CPU0.25 cores
RAM1 GB
Storage5 GB

Standard

Community server, 16-50 players

CPU0.5 cores
RAM2 GB
Storage5 GB

Pro

Large RP community, 50-100 players

CPU1 core
RAM4 GB
Storage5 GB

Start hosting from your own computer

Run a RAGE:MP server on your desktop, laptop, VPS, or dedicated machine — GameCP automates Docker setup, resource allocation, and RAGE:MP configuration instantly. Automatic port forwarding means your friends can connect without touching your router. Start local, scale to a VPS when you're ready.

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Setup in 4 Steps

Skip the manual installation, port forwarding, and configuration. Install on your own computer and start hosting instantly.

Step 01

Create a GameCP Account

Sign up for free at gamecp.com. No credit card required. Your dashboard is ready in seconds.

GameCP gives you a full control panel with Docker containerization, file management, automatic port forwarding, and automatic updates — all built in.

Step 02

Connect Your Hardware

Install GameCP on your own desktop, laptop, VPS, or dedicated machine. One-line install — no SSH expertise needed.

GameCP installs Docker, configures networking, and sets up automatic port forwarding so your friends can connect instantly. Start hosting from your own PC and scale to a VPS later. Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Step 03

Deploy RAGE:MP

Select "RAGE:MP" from the template library and hit deploy. GameCP handles installation, ports, startup commands, and all configuration automatically.

Includes pre-configured conf.json. Uses the yolks:debian image. ~5 GB storage.

Step 04

Start Playing

Hit start and share your server address. Automatic port forwarding handles the rest — no router config needed.

GameCP monitors your server health and provides live logs from your browser. Your friends connect using the address GameCP gives you.

The Manual Way vs. GameCP

Manual Setup

  • ✗Configure 2+ firewall ports and router settings
  • ✗Write systemd service files
  • ✗SSH into server to edit configs
  • ✗Requires a VPS or dedicated server
  • ✗30-60 minutes if experienced

With GameCP

  • Automatic port forwarding — no router config
  • Host from your own PC, VPS, or dedicated server
  • Docker container with auto-restart
  • Visual config editor in browser
  • Under 5 minutes total

Under the Hood

The full manual process to host a RAGE:MP dedicated server on a VPS. Or install GameCP on your own computer and skip all of this.

Step 1

Configure & Prepare

Set your server settings, then install Docker, and pull the RAGE:MP container image.

Server ConfigurationEdit values to update all commands
terminal
# Update system and install Docker
sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y docker.io
sudo systemctl enable --now docker

# Create game server directory
sudo mkdir -p /opt/gameserver

# Server configuration
export ANNOUNCE="true"
export GAMEMODE="freeroam"
export LANGUAGE="en"
export STREAM_DISTANCE="500"
export DISALLOW_MULTIPLE_CONNECTIONS="false"
export MAX_PING="0"
export MIN_FPS="0"
export MAX_PACKET_LOSS="0.0"
export SYNC_RATE="40"
export CSHARP="disabled"
export ENABLE_HTTP_SECURITY="false"
export ALLOW_CEF_DEBUGGING="false"

# Pull the container image
docker pull ghcr.io/ptero-eggs/yolks:debian
Step 2

Run the Installation Script

RAGE:MP uses a custom install script to download and configure the server files.

Installation Script
#!/bin/bash

apt update
apt install -y curl wget tar

mkdir -p /opt/gameserver/tmp
cd /opt/gameserver

# Clean previous binaries
rm -rf bin/
rm -rf dotnet/
rm -f ragemp-server

# Download latest RAGE:MP server
cd /opt/gameserver/tmp
echo "Downloading RAGE:MP server..."
curl -sSL -o linux_x64.tar.gz https://cdn.rage.mp/updater/prerelease/server-files/linux_x64.tar.gz
tar -xzvf linux_x64.tar.gz
rm linux_x64.tar.gz

# Move files to server root
cd /opt/gameserver/tmp/ragemp-srv/
mv * /opt/gameserver

cd /opt/gameserver
chmod +x ./ragemp-server
rm -rf /opt/gameserver/tmp

echo "Installation complete"
exit 0
Step 3

Open Firewall Ports

RAGE:MP requires 2 ports to be open for game traffic and queries.

terminal
sudo ufw allow 22005/udp
sudo ufw allow 22006/tcp
22005/UDP(PORT)22006/TCP(HTTP_PORT)
Step 4

Launch the Server

Start the RAGE:MP server using the configuration from Step 1.

terminal
docker run -d \
  --name rage-mp-server \
  -p 22005:22005/udp \
  -p 22006:22006/tcp \
  -e ANNOUNCE="true" \
  -e GAMEMODE="freeroam" \
  -e LANGUAGE="en" \
  -e STREAM_DISTANCE="500" \
  -e DISALLOW_MULTIPLE_CONNECTIONS="false" \
  -e MAX_PING="0" \
  -e MIN_FPS="0" \
  -e MAX_PACKET_LOSS="0.0" \
  -e SYNC_RATE="40" \
  -e CSHARP="disabled" \
  -e ENABLE_HTTP_SECURITY="false" \
  -e ALLOW_CEF_DEBUGGING="false" \
  -v /opt/gameserver:/opt/gameserver \
  -w /opt/gameserver \
  ghcr.io/ptero-eggs/yolks:debian \
  ./ragemp-server

Or skip all of this

GameCP automates every step above: Docker, port forwarding, startup, and config. Install on your own PC and deploy a RAGE:MP server in under 5 minutes.

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