CONTAGION
Server Hosting
Survive the undead outbreak with your friends. Experience zero-lag, high-tickrate Contagion hosting powered by enterprise NVMe SSDs. Play Escape, Extraction, and Hunt modes flawlessly.
Use code NormandinSystems-a-1588 for 20% off!
Why host Contagion with us?
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480Gbps DDoS ProtectionKeep your survivors online and safe from malicious network attacks.
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Source Engine OptimizedHigh tickrates for perfect hit registration and responsive zombie AI.
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Steam Workshop ReadyEasily install custom community maps and mods with a single click.
Affordable, Premium Infrastructure
Don't let server lag ruin your survival experience. We provide the hardware required to handle massive hordes, complex pathfinding, and custom Workshop content.
NormandinSystems-a-1588 at checkout!Instant Provisioning
No waiting around. The moment your payment clears, your Contagion server is installed, configured, and ready for you and your friends to join.
Global Datacenters
Choose from multiple locations across North America, Europe, and Asia to ensure you get the absolute lowest ping for crisp, responsive headshots.
Complete Config Control
Adjust map rotations, game modes (Escape, Extraction, Hunt), difficulty, and server passwords effortlessly using our intuitive web interface or direct FTP access.
Tactical Zombie Survival
Contagion isn't your average run-and-gun arcade shooter. Built on the Source engine, it demands careful resource management, precise aiming, and constant communication. Ammunition is scarce, checking your magazine is manual, and one wrong move can turn you into a zombie hunting your former friends.
Playing on peer-to-peer connections often leads to desync, laggy zombies, and unfair deaths. A dedicated server guarantees a smooth, high-tickrate experience. Whether you're boarding up a house in Extraction mode or racing to the finish in Escape, a dedicated host keeps the action perfectly synchronized.
Dynamic Game Modes
Rotate effortlessly between Escape (linear objective maps), Extraction (hold out and wait for rescue), and Hunt (PVP player vs player vs zombies) directly from your server configuration.
Realistic Weapon Handling
No crosshairs and no ammo counters. You must manually check your magazines. High server tickrates ensure your carefully aimed shots land exactly where they should.
Turn Into The Enemy
When you die, you aren't out of the game. You return as a zombie to hunt down your surviving teammates. A lag-free server is crucial for both survivor and zombie gameplay.
Server Specifications
Absolute Control Over The Outbreak
Managing a Contagion server has never been easier. Our partner's custom control panel gives you unprecedented access to your game. Adjust server.cfg files on the fly, manage map cycles, and instantly install custom community maps to keep the gameplay fresh.
Live Console
Monitor server health, view real-time chat, and issue RCON commands instantly from your browser.
Easy Config Edits
Tweak server.cfg properties, max players, and game difficulty via a user-friendly UI or raw text editor.
Map Cycles
Easily build a custom mapcycle.txt to seamlessly transition your group from Escape to Extraction maps.
Full FTP Access
Upload custom plugins, server-side mods, and specific Workshop collections directly to your server files.
Ready to fight the horde?
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Contagion Admin Resources
Master your server. Everything you need to configure game modes, manage players, and add custom content.
Setting up RCON in Contagion
Learn how to configure your RCON password in server.cfg to remotely manage your server, kick players, and change maps on the fly.
Configuring Map Rotations
A complete guide to building your mapcycle.txt file to seamlessly transition between Escape, Extraction, and Hunt modes.
Installing Custom Maps
Bored of the vanilla maps? Discover how to link a Steam Workshop collection to your server to automatically download custom content.
Contagion Hosting FAQ
Got questions about running your own zombie survival server? We've got answers.
How long does setup take?
Setup is completely automated through ZAP-Hosting. Your Contagion server will be online, pre-configured, and ready to play within minutes of your payment clearing.
Can I host custom Workshop maps?
Yes! Contagion has a great modding community. You can easily add custom maps and mods via the control panel or by linking a Steam Workshop collection.
Do you support all game modes?
Absolutely. Whether you want to play Escape, Extraction, Hunt, or Panic, you can configure your server to run specific modes or rotate through them automatically.
What tickrate do the servers run at?
Our servers are optimized for the Source engine, running at high tickrates to ensure perfect hit registration and responsive AI pathfinding, critical for survival games.
How do I claim the 20% discount?
Click any of the links on this page to go to the deployment portal. Enter the promo code NormandinSystems-a-1588 at checkout to apply the discount!
Can I password protect my server?
Yes. If you only want to play private co-op matches with your friends, you can easily set a server password in the server.cfg file or basic settings interface.