Shooter · Lightweight
Counter-Strike 1.6 server hardware requirements
To launch Counter-Strike 1.6 with Swarm Hosts, you need at least 1 CPU core and 512 MiB of available memory. Allow extra resources for larger worlds, more players, and mods. Meeting the minimums does not guarantee performance.
Game hardware guideVerified starting point
Start with these requirements
These are the minimum CPU and memory requirements used by Swarm Hosts when launching this game. Leave enough resources for the operating system and other applications too.
- CPU minimum
- 1 core
- Memory minimum
- 512 MiB
- Network traffic
- UDP
- Hardware profile
- Lightweight
Available for the game server.
Available after the operating system and other programs.
Protocol information, not a bandwidth guarantee.
A broad catalog grouping, not a benchmark tier.
Plan for your setup
What still needs a real-world check
A dedicated-server workload changes over time. Keep headroom for growth and test with the world, players, and content you actually plan to use.
Players and world state
The catalog does not assign a fixed player capacity. Active players, simulation range, entities, automation, maps, and save growth can all change CPU and memory demand.
Storage
Storage needs grow with your world. Leave room for the game, saves, logs, updates, and backups, and check the complete game guide for recommendations.
Home network
Players connect over UDP. The upload speed and latency you need depend on the game and number of players. Connection stability, route quality, and simultaneous household traffic matter.
CPU model and other work
Core count alone does not describe single-core speed, CPU generation, thermals, or contention from other programs. Test performance with your intended world and players.
Content and operations
Managing Counter-Strike 1.6
Review the available content, backup, and server tools before choosing your setup.
Mods & Content
Plugin ecosystemAMX Mod X plugins are untrusted executable code. Upload compatible files manually and restart the server.
Persistent data
1 backup data locationCheck the game guide for the files included in backups and allow room for several restore points.
Server controls
9 game-specific actionsStart, stop, and monitor your server from the browser. Check the game guide for game-specific tools and any setup they require.
- Server Actions
- Guided settings
- Backups
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