How to Create a GTA 5 RP Server? Launch Your Successful Project!
Over the last few years, many people have wanted to create a GTA 5 RP server that could be turned into their own project, promoted, and generate profit from player donations or additional services. But this idea seems quite complex to implement for many, which is why they never get started, even though their dream can become a reality in just a couple of hours if you simply understand how it's done and dedicate a little time to it.
How to Create a GTA 5 RP Server
First, to create a GTA 5 RP server, you need to find a hosting provider that will give you the resources to run your server. Of course, you can run a server using only your computer's power, but in that case, the online player count won't be more than a few people because an ordinary PC simply can't handle it. You can rent a server at prices that are extremely accessible to anyone wishing to launch their own project, thereby gaining the ability to create a GTA 5 server that hundreds or even thousands of people can play on simultaneously.
Essentially, purchasing hosting is creating a GTA 5 RP server, as the service will automatically launch your project, and all you'll need to do is connect to it and configure it to your liking.
Connect to the Server
Next, you'll need to launch the Termius program (or another SSH client), which you'll use to connect to the created server. To connect to your server, you simply need to enter the password provided after purchasing the hosting, because you've already effectively created a GTA 5 RP server in the step above.
Important Note: It's best to run the server on the Linux Ubuntu operating system. The step-by-step instruction for you will look like this (note: after entering most commands, you will need to wait some time for them to execute):
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Enter the command apt install mysql-server, which will start the installation of the software that forms the basis of your future server.
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For all the choice options offered to you, press y.
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When you reach the password selection point, try to create the most complex combination of letters and numbers to increase the security level of your project. Be sure to write it down, because you will need to enter it later to connect to the database.
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After entering the password, just wait for the installation procedure to finish.
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When the first pop-up window appears, you will need to press the key combination Space+Tab+Enter.
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Write the command sudo apt install build-essential checkinstall.
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Write the command sudo apt install libssl-dev.
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Install NVM: curl -o- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/creationix/nvm/v0.33.8/install.sh | bash
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Exit and log back into the SSH terminal.
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Write nvm ls-remote.
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Write node -v.
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Write nvm install <NUMBER>, where instead of <NUMBER> you specify the version that the above command showed you.
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Write the command sudo add-apt-repository -y ppa:ubuntu-toolchain-r/test.
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Write sudo apt update && sudo apt install libstdc++6.
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Write cd /home.
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Write mkdir server.
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Write cd server.
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Download the RageMP server files: wget https://cdn.rage.mp/lin/ragemp-srv-037.tar.gz (Note: Version number may be outdated, check for the latest).
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Write tar -xzf ragemp-srv-037.tar.gz. Now your server files will be located in the folder /home/server/ragemp-srv on your rented server.
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Download the FileZilla program (or another FTP/SFTP client). Enter your login and password in the site manager, then connect using the SFTP type.
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Navigate to the folder where the server is located and open the conf.json file, where you can work with your server's parameters.
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In the binding settings within the config, enter the IP address provided by the hosting to move your server to its infrastructure.
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After this, you'll be able to download any server builds (mods) and upload them to your server via the FileZilla program.
As you can see, launching a project isn't such a complicated task because anyone willing can create a GTA 5 RP server in just a couple of hours. It's enough to have the desire and do everything correctly. If any questions arise, you can always contact our support staff, and they will be happy to provide you with additional information
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
