Dedicated Server Template
Project Zomboid is the ultimate in zombie survival. Alone or in MP: you loot, build, craft, fight, farm and fish in a struggle to survive. A hardcore RPG skillset, a vast map, massively customisable sandbox and a cute tutorial raccoon await the unwary. So how will you die? All it takes is a bite..
Deploy and manage your own Project Zomboid dedicated server with GameCP's free game server control panel. This template provides a production-ready server configuration with one-click installation, automatic updates via SteamCMD, and full environment variable management. Whether you're hosting for a small group of friends or running a large community server, GameCP makes Project Zomboid server administration simple and reliable.
+128 MiB per player
Small server, 1-8 players
Medium server, 8-32 players with mods
Large server, 32-64 players, heavy mods
Default startup command
Optimized G1 garbage collector for reduced lag spikes. Best for servers with 10+ players.
Server Name
The internal server name used for save/config files
(empty)Max Players
Maximum number of concurrent players
16Admin Username
Username for the admin account
adminAdmin Password
Password for the admin account
(empty)Beta Branch
Beta branch to install, such as b41multiplayer. Leave blank for stable.
(empty)Auto Update
Automatically update the server on startup.
0Config File Name
The internal config file name PZ uses (e.g. servertest). Determines which .ini and _SandboxVars.lua files are loaded. Not the public display name.
servertestSteam Port
UDP port for Steam communication
16262Steam Username
Steam username for authentication. Leave empty for anonymous login.
(empty)Steam Password
Steam password for authentication. Leave empty for anonymous login.
(empty)Steam Auth Code
Steam Guard authentication code (optional)
(empty)Extra SteamCMD Flags
Additional SteamCMD flags
(empty)Creates servertest.ini and servertest_SandboxVars.lua with sensible defaults if they don't already exist. These files are required before the server can boot.
Server identity, passwords, and networking. Only updates the settings shown here — your other settings stay untouched.
Zomboid/Server/servertest.iniiniZombie behavior, loot rates, day length, and world rules. Only updates the settings shown here.
Zomboid/Server/servertest_SandboxVars.luafileghcr.io/ptero-eggs/steamcmd:debian
project-zomboid
GameCP Team
September 18, 2026
Information about the origin and version of this game configuration.
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