| Tier | RAM | Typical players |
|---|---|---|
| Scrap | 8 GB | ~50 |
| Raid | 12 GB | ~100 |
| Wipe | 16 GB | ~150 |
Map size, entity count, and plugins dominate. Align with RUST hosting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Scrap 8 GB?
Smaller pops / lighter plugin stacks.
Plugins matter?
Yes — heavy Oxide plugins and large worldsize drive RAM.
Need more?
Extra RAM / Boosted CPU on the product page — not VPS.
Need help?
If you are stuck after following this guide, open a ticket from the Chapter22 client area with the exact error, the port or DNS change you made, and whether the service listens locally (ss / Resource Monitor) but fails externally.
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