s&box
Server Hosting
Step into the next generation of sandbox gaming. Powered by the Source 2 engine, our servers provide the raw performance needed for custom C# game modes, complex physics, and massive player hubs.
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Why host s&box with us?
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480Gbps DDoS ProtectionKeep your community online and safe from malicious attacks.
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Source 2 OptimizedHigh-clock CPUs and NVMe SSDs for instant asset delivery and zero physics lag.
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Automated UpdatesFacepunch pushes updates frequently. Your server updates automatically.
Affordable, Premium Infrastructure
Don't let server lag ruin your custom game modes. We provide the hardware required to handle massive Terry ragdolls, custom C# scripts, and complex physics.
NormandinSystems-a-1588 at checkout!Instant Provisioning
No waiting around. The moment your payment clears, your s&box server is installed, configured, and ready for you to upload your custom C# game modes.
Global Datacenters
Choose from multiple locations across North America, Europe, and Asia to ensure you get the absolute lowest ping for crisp, responsive Source 2 hitreg.
Complete Config Control
Easily swap between active game modes (Sandbox, TTT, Prop Hunt), manage API keys, and configure server rules effortlessly using our intuitive web interface.
The Ultimate Source 2 Sandbox
Created by Facepunch Studios, s&box is the highly anticipated spiritual successor to Garry's Mod. Built from the ground up on Valve's Source 2 engine, it offers unprecedented graphical fidelity, advanced physics, and an incredibly powerful C# API for creators.
Hosting a dedicated s&box server is essential for building a community. Whether you're developing a custom roleplay framework, hosting competitive minigames, or just messing around with Terry models and physics props with friends, our servers ensure buttery-smooth tickrates and fast asset downloads.
Endless Game Modes
Play anything from classic Trouble in Terrorist Town and Prop Hunt to entirely new genres created by the community. Switch active modes with a simple config change.
C# Scripting Power
s&box uses C# for all its logic. Our dedicated servers provide the CPU overhead necessary to run complex community scripts without bogging down the server tickrate.
Seamless Asset Delivery
Native integration for downloading custom maps, models, and textures means players join your server and fetch all required assets in seconds.
Server Specifications
Absolute Control Over Your Sandbox
Managing an s&box server has never been easier. Our partner's custom control panel gives you unprecedented access to your world. Adjust server settings on the fly, manage player permissions, and schedule automated backups to ensure your custom game modes run flawlessly.
Live Console
Monitor server health, view real-time chat, catch C# script exceptions, and issue admin commands instantly from your browser.
Automated Backups
s&box is actively updated and can crash. Schedule regular backups of your server files to protect your community's progress.
Easy Config Edits
Tweak server properties, max players, and active game modes via a user-friendly UI or raw text editor.
Player Management
Ban griefers, whitelist your friends, and assign admin roles with just a few clicks to keep your server safe.
Ready to start your community?
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s&box Admin Resources
Master your server. Everything you need to configure your world, manage custom game modes, and build a community.
Installing Custom C# Game Modes
Learn how to download community game modes, configure your startup parameters, and run entirely new experiences on your server.
Setting up FastDL & Workshop
Ensure your players aren't staring at missing textures. A complete guide to setting up fast asset downloads for Source 2.
Managing Admin Permissions
Learn the exact console commands and config file edits needed to grant yourself and your moderators full admin privileges in s&box.
s&box Hosting FAQ
Got questions about running your own Source 2 sandbox? We've got answers.
How long does setup take?
Setup is completely automated through ZAP-Hosting. Your s&box server will be online, pre-configured, and ready to play within minutes of your payment clearing.
Do I need to know C# to host a server?
Not at all! While s&box allows for deep C# modding, you can easily install pre-made community game modes and maps directly from the control panel without writing a single line of code.
How do players download my custom assets?
s&box handles asset delivery seamlessly. Players connecting to your server will automatically download the required maps, models, and scripts hosted on your server or via integrated backend services.
Can I upgrade my server RAM later?
Absolutely. As your community grows and you add more complex C# game modes or heavier assets, you can dynamically upgrade your RAM and slots directly from the control panel.
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 easily switch game modes?
Yes. If you want to switch from a Sandbox session to Prop Hunt or TTT, you simply change the active game mode in your server configuration and restart.