When creating a server, choose 1–8 GB RAM and 1–4 vCPU. After creation, an authorized user can use Resources to adjust it from 1–24 GB RAM and 1–8 vCPU. The right amount depends on your world, plugins, and how many people play at once.

A starting point

For a small group using a few trusted TShock plugins, start with 2 GB RAM and 1 vCPU. Review the resource readings during a typical session. If memory or CPU stays near its limit while players are active, increase the matching resource and check again.

Large worlds take longer to generate and use more storage. Plugins can add CPU or memory use, so start with a small set and add one at a time. MaximusHost does not guarantee a fixed player count for every combination of world and plugin.

Understand the credit estimate

Use the live estimate on the create page for the resources you selected. Creating a Terraria server has a one-time 50-credit fee. Storage may still incur charges while the server is stopped. Starting or stopping controls game runtime; it does not promise that all storage charges stop.

If you need to lower the estimate, choose fewer RAM or CPU resources, and stop the server when your group is not playing. Check the displayed estimate and Billing and Credits for current account charges.