Ghost
Ghost is an open-source platform that lets you deploy beautiful, self-hosted game servers in under 60 seconds. With no terminals to configure and no complex setup, you simply pick a game, choose a region, and start playing with friends.
Product Highlights
- One-Click Deployment: Launch dedicated servers for 10+ popular games without touching a command line
- Fully Open Source: Complete transparency with the entire stack available on GitHub — read, fork, or self-host
- Live Console & Logs: Stream real-time server output and execute commands directly from your browser
- Your Infrastructure, Your Control: Connect your own Hetzner account for direct billing and data ownership
- Beautiful Dashboard: Clean, intuitive interface with sensible defaults instead of overwhelming toggles
Use Cases
- Private Gaming Sessions: Host password-protected servers for friends and communities without subscription fees
- Content Creator Streams: Spin up temporary servers for viewer events or collaborative gameplay
- Game Development Testing: Rapidly provision environments to test multiplayer mechanics and server configurations
- Community Building: Create persistent worlds for gaming communities with full administrative control
Target Audience
Ghost is built for gamers, streamers, and small communities who want hassle-free dedicated servers without technical expertise or vendor lock-in. Ideal for users who value transparency, data ownership, and beautiful design.