To meet the high single-core performance needs of ARK servers we use AMD Ryzen™ 9 9950X, 7950X3D and 5900X processors. With clock speeds of up to 5.7 GHz we deliver zero bottlenecks and maximum FPS.
SERVICE POLICY
Important Service and Infrastructure Information
Our ARK server hosting service is a high-performance VDS infrastructure offering a hardware architecture optimised specifically for ARK: Survival Evolved and Phoenix Guard Game DDoS protection. We do not install mods or clusters for you; your server is delivered with full root / Administrator (RDP/SSH) access. You are free to install your own Steam Workshop mods and map packs as you wish.
Full Root & SSH / RDP
Phoenix Guard Game DDoS Protection
100% Isolated Hardware Power
⚡ POWERFUL & CUSTOMISABLE INFRASTRUCTURE
ARK Server Hosting Features
We provide the raw performance your ARK community or clan needs. Freely configurable with full root access, with 100% isolated CPU power and Phoenix Guard Game DDoS protection, give your players a lag-free ARK experience.
PREHISTORIC WORLD & CLUSTER SYSTEMS
What Is ARK Server Hosting?
ARK: Survival Evolved is a popular game in which you tame dinosaurs, build huge tribes and survive on unforgiving islands. By running your own ARK server you can build Cross-ARK cluster networks and let your players travel between multiple maps.
The ARK server hosting service we offer at Phoenix Sunucum is equipped with high-clock-speed AMD Ryzen™ processors and Gen4 NVMe SSDs for ARK server files, which are heavy on RAM and CPU.
High-Clock-Speed AMD Ryzen Raw single-core processing power optimised for ARK.
Full Root & Administrator Access Manage your files and mods freely over remote desktop / SSH.
1 - 5 ms Ultra-Low Ping The Istanbul fibre backbone keeps your players free of stutter and desync.
Cluster Network Support
Zero Desync & High FPS
Phoenix Guard Active
99.9% Uptime Guarantee
UNINTERRUPTED PERFORMANCE & SECURITY
ARK VDS Hosting Advantages
On ARK servers, high dinosaur counts, huge structures and map transfers put serious strain on server hardware. The Phoenix Sunucum infrastructure carries this load easily with high memory capacity and powerful Ryzen cores.
Even heavy Steam Workshop mods and expanded maps do not upset your server's stability.
Phoenix Guard Game DDoS Protection Hardware L3/L4/L7 filtering tailored to ARK protocols.
Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD Storage Lag-free map loading with 7000 MB/s read-write speeds.
24/7 Uninterrupted Expert Support We are with you on any technical matter concerning your server.
🔥 OUR MOST POWERFUL GAME SERVERS
ARK Server Hosting Plans
Raw processor performance and zero lag for your ARK community! Configure your mods and cluster settings as you wish with full root (Administrator / RDP / SSH) access; deliver an uninterrupted ARK VDS experience with 100% isolated hardware and Phoenix Guard Game DDoS protection.
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-1
Entry-Level RP-
Processor (CPU) 2 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 4 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 40 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-2
Mid-Size RP-
Processor (CPU) 4 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 6 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 50 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-3
Popular Community-
Processor (CPU) 6 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 8 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 60 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-4
Advanced RP Server-
Processor (CPU) 8 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 10 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 70 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-5
Large Community-
Processor (CPU) 10 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 12 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 80 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-6
High-Slot RP-
Processor (CPU) 10 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 16 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 90 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-7
Maximum Capacity-
Processor (CPU) 12 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 24 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 100 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
ARK Ryzen Eko VDS-8
Ultra Project & Hub-
Processor (CPU) 12 Core Ryzen 9 5900X
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Memory (RAM) 32 GB DDR4
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Disk Storage 120 GB NVMe SSD
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Port Speed 1 Gbit Redundant Line
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Game DDoS Protection Phoenix Guard Included
💎 WHY CHOOSE US?
Why the Phoenix Sunucum ARK Infrastructure?
Don't wrestle with hardware bottlenecks, DDoS attacks and map stutter while growing your ARK community. Meet our AMD Ryzen hardware with top single-core performance and our dedicated protection shield.
We filter every kind of L3, L4 and L7 Game DDoS attack aimed at your ARK server without disturbing game packets. Your players are not disconnected and do not lag, even during an attack. Profile details are on our game DDoS protection page.
Connect from anywhere in Turkey with the lowest latency through direct fibre interconnects with Türk Telekom, Turkcell Superonline and Vodafone in our Istanbul data center. Make desync and lag a thing of the past.
With our enterprise PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage reaching read and write speeds of 7000 MB/s, maps, vehicle models and database queries load instantly. Your players are not left waiting on the map loading screen.
Your server is delivered with isolated resources that are entirely yours. You can connect with full privileges over remote desktop (RDP) or SSH and freely install the operating system, firewall rules and mod packs you want.
For your server management and infrastructure needs, our experienced game server specialists are one click away. Grow your server with confidence, getting answers within minutes through Discord and our support ticket system.
24/7 Support
Our Pre-Sales and Technical Support Team
Get in touch with us to choose the plan that fits your needs. You can reach us quickly with pre-order questions and technical matters.
HOW TO BUY
Buy an ARK Server: Steps to Start Your ARK Server
To start your own ARK server you need a machine with resources reserved for you that runs the game's server software around the clock. When you buy an ARK server from Phoenix Sunucum you receive a DDoS-protected Ryzen VDS with full root access, and you carry out the ARK server setup on it yourself.
How to Buy an ARK Server
- Pick the plan that fits your player count and mod load from the ARK server plans.
- Complete your order in the client panel; your server details appear in your panel.
- Connect to your server with the access details sent to you.
- Follow the steps in the ARK server setup guide and open your server to players.
Are ARK Server Rental, ARK VDS and ARK Hosting the Same?
Yes. “ARK server rental”, “ARK server hosting”, “ARK hosting” and “ARK VDS” all describe the same need: a machine with resources reserved for you that keeps an ARK server online without interruption. Our service is not a shared game panel but a VDS you fully control, so there are no limits on mods, plugins or settings.
When you buy an ARK server the price is set by the processor, RAM and disk you choose; current ARK server prices are listed in the plans section.
TECHNICAL GUIDE
ARK Server Setup Guide: How to Start an ARK Server
An ARK: Survival Evolved server is installed with the ARK Dedicated Server package on Steam (App ID 376030), and an ARK: Survival Ascended server with the ARK: Survival Ascended Dedicated Server package (App ID 2430930). The two versions are configured similarly; the mod system and memory requirements differ.
ARK Server Ports
| Port | Protocol | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 7777 | UDP | Game connection (default) |
| 7778 | UDP | Additional game port for Evolved (game port + 1) |
| 27015 | UDP | Evolved Steam query port |
Suggested Resources to Start
| Usage | Processor | RAM |
|---|---|---|
| Evolved, single map | 4 vCPU | 8–12 GB |
| Ascended, single map | 4–6 vCPU | 12–16 GB |
| Cluster (multiple maps) | 8+ vCPU | 12+ GB per map |
How to Set Up an ARK Server: Steps
- Download the server files with SteamCMD using the App ID of the version you use.
- Set the map, session name, password and player count on the launch line (e.g.
TheIsland_WP?SessionName=...). - Edit the game rules in the
GameUserSettings.iniandGame.inifiles. - Open the ports and start the server; the first start may take a few minutes because of map loading.
Configuration and Mod Notes
- In Evolved, mods are loaded by Steam Workshop ID from the
ActiveModsline; in Ascended, by CurseForge ID with the-mods=parameter. - For character transfer between maps, use the same
-clusteridvalue and a shared cluster folder on all servers. - Back up the save files (SavedArks) regularly; taking a backup before major updates is especially important.
We do not install the game; this guide is written so you can do the installation yourself on your server with full root access. The resource suggestions are starting values and vary with your mod and player counts. For the infrastructure that protects your server against attacks, see our game DDoS protection page.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About ARK Server Hosting
Configure your Ark Survival Evolved and Ascended servers yourself from top to bottom with full root privileges. Build your cluster network with the high RAM capacity and NVMe SSD speed you need, and discover VDS power that keeps players free of rubberbanding in their massive bases.
In our ARK VDS server hosting service, the automation system activates your server within seconds of your order. Activation is very quick thanks to the automatic provisioning system. Once activation completes, your server details appear in your client area and you can start using it right away.
At Phoenix Sunucum we offer economical, competitive pricing for ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting. Our ARK VDS prices are transparent and affordable, and include AMD Ryzen processors, NVMe SSD storage and DDoS protection. Our plans offer options for different budgets and performance needs. You can see pricing in the plans section of this page.
Our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting uses AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, 7950X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X processors. The servers use Samsung 980 Pro M.2 NVMe SSD storage with read/write speeds of up to 7000MB/s. Features include DDR5 memory, full root access and administrator rights, direct management over SSH (Linux) and RDP (Windows), a full control panel and flexible resource management. The hardware is optimised for ARK server performance, for high FPS and low ping.
In our ARK VDS server hosting service the operating system is installed automatically by the automation system, in a few clicks from your client area. Changing the operating system, reinstalling and resetting the password can also be done automatically from the client area. Windows Server and Linux options are available. As a hosting company, Phoenix Sunucum provides the VDS server; we do not offer a game installation service.
Yes, free Game DDoS protection is included in all our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting plans. Our ARK VDS servers are protected with high-capacity eBPF technology, which filters Layer 3 and 4 attacks in real time. With our infrastructure hosted in the Istanbul data center we offer a 99.9% uptime guarantee. For more detail, you can visit our DDoS protection page.
Our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting is delivered from the Istanbul Data Center. Because the location is in Turkey, players in Turkey get low ping (around 1ms) and high performance; ping within Turkey ranges from 1 to 5ms. We also provide a KVKK-compliant service and guarantee that your data stays within Turkey's borders.
Yes, our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting comes with full root access and administrator rights, giving you complete control of your VDS. You can manage it directly over SSH (Linux) or RDP (Windows), install software, change configuration and carry out all system administration yourself. You can also manage and customise your server from the control panel.
At Phoenix Sunucum we offer a 99.9% uptime guarantee for ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting. Our ARK VDS servers are backed by infrastructure optimised for continuous operation and by redundant systems, quality hardware, a reliable network and 24/7 technical support.
Yes, we provide 24/7 technical support for ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting through live chat, e-mail and phone. Our team helps with server configuration, performance optimisation, troubleshooting and general technical matters.
We offer Windows Server and Linux options for ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting. You can choose popular operating systems such as Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Ubuntu, Debian and CentOS. The operating system is installed automatically by the automation system, and you choose it according to your needs and preference.
Yes, our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting is flexibly scalable. You can increase your CPU and RAM by upgrading your plan, and you can freely increase or decrease SSD storage. Resource changes take a few clicks in the client area, so as your server grows you can upgrade your plan and adjust your SSD space to your needs.
In our ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting service, backups are the customer's responsibility. With full root access and administrator rights over SSH and RDP, you can set up and manage whatever backup solution you prefer. If you would like a backup service, you can add it as an extra when ordering. Our technical support team can advise on recommended backup solutions.
Each map runs as a separate server process with its own ports. When you give all the processes the same
-clusterid value and a shared -ClusterDirOverride folder, players can carry their characters, items and dinosaurs between maps. Each map uses its own RAM, so choose your plan according to the number of maps.The basic multipliers are in the
GameUserSettings.ini file: XPMultiplier, TamingSpeedMultiplier and HarvestAmountMultiplier. Detailed settings such as per-level stats, breeding and maturation are written in the Game.ini file. Changes take effect when the server is restarted.The ARK client and the server must be on the same version. When the game is updated, stop the server and run
app_update 376030 validate with SteamCMD (App ID 2430930 for Survival Ascended). If you use mods, wait for the mods to be updated as well.Yes. When you add
-NoBattlEye to the launch line, the server starts without BattlEye. On public servers we recommend leaving it on for cheat protection; clients launched with BattlEye can also connect to a server that has it off.To start an ARK server, first rent an ARK VDS, then connect to it, install the game's server files, open the required ports and launch the server. The step-by-step version is in the ARK server setup guide on this page. We do not install the game; you do the setup yourself on your server with full root access.
The cost is the monthly price of the ARK server plan you choose. The price depends on the processor, RAM and disk; entry plans suit small communities and higher plans suit busy servers. Current ARK server prices are in the plans section.
No, they are the same service. ARK server rental, ARK server hosting and buying an ARK VDS all mean the virtual server with resources reserved for you on which you run your ARK server around the clock.
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