DDoS-Protected Icarus Hosting: Plans From $11/Month
DDoS-protected Icarus hosting from Infected Game Hosting starts at $11 per month for 4GB RAM and 1 vCPU, with plans up to $176/month. The listed player counts are capacity recommendations, not slot caps: every plan has unlimited player slots, but larger or mod-heavy groups should choose carefully. IGH includes NVMe SSD storage and DDoS protection, and offers a 48-hour free trial before you commit to a paid plan.
Plan
RAM
Players
Price
Starter
4GB
1-2 Players
Standard
8GB
Up to 4 Players
Ultra
16GB
Up to 6 Players
Superior
32GB
Up to 8 Players
Extreme
64GB
Up to 8 Players
What an Icarus server needs to do well
Icarus is a survival game built around expeditions on a dangerous planet. Your server has to keep the shared world responsive while players explore, build, gather materials, and deal with creatures and weather. A hosted dedicated server lets the group play in the same persistent world without relying on one player to keep a session open from their own machine.
The practical concerns are familiar to anyone who has run a survival server: enough memory for the size of the group and its world, a CPU that can keep up with active simulation, and storage that does not make loading and saving feel sluggish. More players, more activity in different areas, and heavier modifications all add pressure. A plan's player recommendation is useful as a starting point, not a guarantee that every combination of settings and mods will behave identically.
Icarus uses Unreal Engine. That matters because a server is running the game's world simulation, not simply handing out files to connected players. When a host is short on resources, the symptoms players notice are usually pauses, delayed interactions, or a world that feels uneven under load. Moving to a larger plan is a sensible response if the server is consistently busy; choosing the biggest package before you know your group's needs is not automatically better.
For the game itself, see the official Icarus page on Steam. For hosting, the IGH Icarus server plans show the available RAM and CPU tiers and their recommended group sizes.
How much RAM should you choose?
Start with the number of people who will play together, then account for how you play. A small group in a relatively straightforward world has different needs from a larger group spreading out, building extensively, or running mods. If you are between tiers, pick the higher package when avoiding resource pressure matters more than minimizing the monthly bill.
One or two players: Starter, with 4GB RAM and 1 vCPU, is the entry point and is recommended for this group.
Up to four players: Standard provides 8GB RAM and 2 vCPU. It is the direct fit for a regular four-player group.
Up to six players: Ultra provides 16GB RAM and 4 vCPU. Choose it when the group is larger or you want more headroom than Standard offers.
Around eight players: Superior provides 32GB RAM and 8 vCPU, and is recommended for up to eight players.
Sixteen players: No listed tier has a 16-player recommendation. Extreme is the largest package, but its published recommendation is still up to eight players. Do not treat unlimited slots as proof that a 16-player group will run comfortably; ask support for practical guidance before selecting a plan for that use case.
The plan recommendations are not player limits. Every tier includes unlimited player slots, so a player is not blocked from joining because a package has reached a stated number. The number tells you the group size the package is recommended for. A well-optimised world may run beyond that guidance, while mods or sustained activity can make the next tier a better choice.
For example, a pair of friends starting a world can reasonably begin with Starter rather than paying for 16GB they may not use. A four-person group should look at Standard. If that group adds mods or regularly sees resource pressure, Ultra is the more cautious choice. For eight players, Superior is the matching recommendation; Extreme costs twice as much, but the published player guidance remains up to eight, so there is no stated 16-player endorsement to infer from its larger memory allocation.
What is included, and what DDoS protection does
All five Icarus plans include NVMe SSD storage, DDoS protection, unlimited player slots, 1Gbit unmetered bandwidth, support, and knowledge base access. The combination covers several practical parts of running a server: storage for game data, protection intended to help keep network attacks from disrupting play, and help resources when you need setup or troubleshooting guidance.
DDoS protection is worth considering if your server is public or if your group wants to avoid exposing an unprotected home connection. It is not a promise that no attack can ever affect a server, and it does not fix ordinary lag caused by a crowded world, weak client connection, or unsuitable plan. Treat it as one layer of hosting infrastructure, alongside enough RAM and CPU for the way your group plays.
NVMe storage is included on every tier, rather than being reserved for the most expensive package. That means choosing Starter does not mean giving up this listed storage feature. The right reason to move up is the additional resources and the higher group-size recommendation-not an assumption that the smaller plan uses a different class of drive.
IGH offers monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual billing. Monthly pricing is $2.75 per GB of RAM; longer cycles have the listed discounts: 5% quarterly, 10% semi-annually, and 15% annually. The plan table shows the monthly price for each package. Paid plans also have a one-time $3.50 setup fee.
Why choose IGH for Icarus?
The useful case for a host is not a grand promise; it is knowing what you are paying for and having a straightforward way to test the server. IGH lists the resources and monthly costs for each Icarus tier, includes DDoS protection and NVMe storage on every plan, and provides support and a knowledge base for practical setup help.
You can also test the real server through the 48-hour free trial. A card is required. The trial is free for its 48 hours, but the server is terminated if you do not upgrade before the trial ends. It is a chance to check the hosting experience before deciding to pay, not a refund or 48-hour free trial after purchase. The $3.50 setup fee applies to paid plans, not the trial.
If you are comparing hosting providers, focus on the details that change your day-to-day experience: whether the plan has enough resources for your group, what protection and storage are included, what the actual monthly cost is, and whether you can try the service before paying. IGH's game server hosting overview gives you a broader view of the company's hosting offer, while the games page lists the games available.
Start an Icarus server: the basic steps
Choose the tier for your group. Use the published recommendations as a starting point: Starter for one or two, Standard for up to four, Ultra for up to six, and Superior for up to eight. For a group of 16, do not assume the largest tier is rated for that size; contact support first.
Open the Icarus hosting page. Review the current plan details and select the package you want to try or purchase. The Icarus plans are listed at infectedgamehosting.com/game/icarus-server-hosting.
Set up the trial or paid service. If you start the 48-hour free trial, provide a card and keep track of its end time. Upgrade before the trial expires if you want the server to continue; otherwise, it will be terminated. If you choose a paid plan, account for the one-time $3.50 setup fee.
Use the server's setup guidance. Follow the instructions provided for the service and use the control panel to manage the server. Check the game's settings and access details before sharing them with your group. If a setting is unclear, ask support rather than guessing at a configuration value.
Connect and test with your group. Have players join, confirm that the intended world and settings are in place, and see how the server feels during normal play. Test while the group is active, not only when nobody is online. If you see persistent performance problems, review server settings and ask support whether moving up a tier makes sense.
Choose whether to continue. During the trial, decide whether the resources and hosting experience suit your group. Upgrade before the 48 hours are over if you want to keep the server running.
A small test before inviting everyone saves time. Confirm that the right world loads, that the settings match what your group expects, and that each player can connect. If you are using modifications, test them as a group and add them deliberately; changing several things at once makes it harder to identify the cause if the server behaves differently.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Icarus server hosting cost at IGH?
Icarus hosting starts at $11 per month for Starter with 4GB RAM and 1 vCPU. Standard costs $22/month, Ultra $44/month, Superior $88/month, and Extreme $176/month. A one-time $3.50 setup fee applies to paid plans.
Which Icarus plan should two players choose?
Starter is the listed recommendation for one or two players, with 4GB RAM and 1 vCPU. If you expect heavy mod use or your server consistently needs more resources, consider stepping up to Standard.
Which plan suits an eight-player Icarus group?
Superior is recommended for up to eight players and includes 32GB RAM and 8 vCPU. The recommendation is guidance rather than a slot cap: all plans have unlimited player slots, but group size alone does not promise a particular performance result.
Can 16 players join an Icarus server on the Extreme plan?
All plans have unlimited player slots, but Extreme's listed recommendation is up to eight players, not 16. Because no 16-player recommendation is provided, ask IGH support for guidance before choosing a plan for a group that size.
Does IGH include DDoS protection with Icarus hosting?
Yes. DDoS protection is included with every Icarus plan, along with NVMe SSD storage, unlimited player slots, 1Gbit unmetered bandwidth, support, and knowledge base access.
Is there a free trial for Icarus hosting?
Yes. IGH offers a 48-hour free trial, and a card is required. The server is terminated if you do not upgrade before the trial ends; the trial lets you test the real server before making a paid decision.
Is the free trial a refund or 48-hour free trial?
No. The trial is a separate 48-hour period for testing before purchase, not a refund or a 48-hour free trial. If you do not upgrade before the trial ends, the server is terminated.
Does the trial include the paid-plan setup fee?
No setup fee is charged for the 48-hour trial. The one-time $3.50 setup fee applies to paid plans.
Should I choose a higher plan for mods?
Possibly. Mod-heavy servers may benefit from the next tier up, but the best choice depends on the mods and how the group uses the world. Start with the published group-size recommendation, then ask support if you are unsure whether your planned setup needs more resources.
Are player recommendations hard limits?
No. Every Icarus plan includes unlimited player slots. The numbers in the plan table are recommended group sizes, not limits that prevent additional players from joining. A larger group may still need more resources to play comfortably.