OPEN.MP
Server Hosting
Revive the golden era of GTA: San Andreas multiplayer. Built as a 100% backwards compatible drop-in replacement for SA-MP, open.mp delivers superior performance, modern security, and increased server limits.
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Why host open.mp with us?
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Layer 7 DDoS ProtectionKeep your roleplay or deathmatch community safe from malicious attacks.
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100% Pawn CompatibleMove your existing SA-MP scripts, plugins, and gamemodes without rewriting code.
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Free MySQL DatabaseEssential for saving player stats, vehicles, and houses in heavy RP gamemodes.
High-Performance Infrastructure
Don't let server desync ruin your gang wars or roleplay immersion. We provide the high-tickrate hardware required to handle hundreds of concurrent players.
NormandinSystems-a-1588 at checkout!Instant Provisioning
No waiting around. The moment your payment clears, your open.mp server is installed, configured, and ready for you to upload your gamemode.
Global Datacenters
Choose from multiple locations across North America, Europe, and Asia to ensure your players get the absolute lowest ping for crisp hit registration.
Complete FTP Access
Upload custom .amx files, filterscripts, NPC recordings, and plugins (.so/.dll) effortlessly using our intuitive web interface or direct FTP access.
The Future of San Andreas Multiplayer
open.mp (Open Multiplayer) is a modern, community-driven multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Designed as a drop-in replacement for the legendary SA-MP, it fixes decades-old bugs, increases engine limits, and introduces a modernized server architecture.
Whether you are running a massive 1,000-player Heavy Roleplay server, a fast-paced Cops and Robbers (CnR) gamemode, or an intense Team Deathmatch arena, open.mp provides the stability you need. By renting a premium server, you ensure 24/7 uptime, MySQL database connectivity, and the hardware required to process thousands of server-side calculations per second.
Seamless Migration
You don't need to rewrite your gamemode. open.mp supports existing compiled .amx files and SA-MP plugins. Just drag, drop, and launch.
Increased Engine Limits
Say goodbye to the old SA-MP vehicle and object limits. open.mp allows for massive custom maps, thousands of vehicles, and uncapped player slots.
Enhanced Security
Built-in protections against common SA-MP exploits, crashers, and fake-client attacks, keeping your community safe from griefers.
Server Specifications
Total Control Over Your Gamemode
Managing an open.mp server has never been easier. Our partner's custom control panel gives you unprecedented access to your server files. Adjust `server.cfg` settings on the fly, manage your MySQL databases, and monitor live console output to debug your Pawn scripts in real-time.
Live Console
Monitor server health, view print() outputs from your scripts, and issue RCON commands instantly from your browser.
phpMyAdmin Access
Manage your server's database seamlessly. Perfect for BlueG's MySQL plugin or standard SQLite implementations.
Easy Config Edits
Tweak server properties, filterscripts, plugins, and announce settings via a user-friendly UI or raw text editor.
Automated Backups
Protect your scriptfiles and database. Schedule regular backups of your server data to prevent data loss.
Ready to start your community?
Click below to be redirected to our exclusive ZAP-Hosting deployment page. Don't forget your voucher!
open.mp Admin Resources
Master your server. Everything you need to configure your gamemode, manage databases, and optimize performance.
Moving from SA-MP to open.mp
Learn how to easily transition your existing SA-MP gamemode, plugins, and filterscripts to the new open.mp architecture without rewriting your Pawn code.
Connecting MySQL to your Server
A comprehensive guide to setting up your free MySQL database via the panel and connecting it to popular gamemodes using the MySQL plugin.
Installing Plugins & Filterscripts
Learn how to properly upload .so / .dll files via FTP and configure your server.cfg to load custom plugins and scripts flawlessly.
open.mp Hosting FAQ
Got questions about running your GTA:SA multiplayer server? We've got answers.
Is open.mp fully compatible with SA-MP?
Yes! open.mp is designed to be a 100% drop-in replacement for SA-MP. You can run your existing .amx gamemodes and plugins without needing to recompile or rewrite your code.
Do I get full FTP and MySQL access?
Absolutely. Upon purchase, you will receive full FTP credentials to upload your gamemodes and scriptfiles, as well as access to a free MySQL database via phpMyAdmin.
How many players can my server handle?
open.mp removes the traditional limits of SA-MP, allowing for thousands of concurrent players. Performance ultimately depends on your gamemode's optimization and the RAM you allocate.
Can I run custom C++ plugins?
Yes, standard server-side plugins (.so for Linux, .dll for Windows environments) are fully supported. Just upload them to your plugins folder and define them in your server.cfg.
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!
Is DDoS protection included?
Yes. GTA:SA multiplayer communities are frequent targets for attacks. All of our partner's servers come with robust Layer 7 DDoS mitigation to keep your server online.