Skynode

What Skynode does

Skynode LLC is a privately held game server hosting provider founded in May 2017 and registered in the United States, operating from Rotterdam, Netherlands with a team of 11-50 employees. The company delivers dedicated game server hosting for more than 20 multiplayer titles — including Minecraft (Java and Bedrock), ARK: Survival Evolved, Palworld, Valheim, Project Zomboid, FiveM, Terraria, 7 Days to Die, Don't Starve Together, Factorio, Satisfactory, Windrose, and others — across five globally distributed data centers in Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, Falkenstein, and Helsinki. The platform is built on enterprise-grade hardware featuring NVMe storage and high-frequency CPUs (4.4GHz-5.7GHz), with enterprise DDoS mitigation included on every plan regardless of tier.

Name

Skynode

Legal name

Skynode LLC

Website

https://skynode.pro

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Game Server Hosting

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Gaming Platform Operators (Subscription/On-Demand) (MPAFAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud Gaming Storefronts & Channels (MPAFACAF), Cloud/Streaming Distribution Channels (Instant Play, Streaming-first Catalogs) (MPAFABAJ)

Keywords

• Game server hosting
• Minecraft server hosting
• Multiplayer game hosting
• Dedicated server hosting
• NVMe game servers

Headquarters

HQ city

Rotterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Game Server Hosting Subscriptions: Monthly recurring subscription revenue from game server hosting plans. Plans range from $3.49/month (Don't Starve Together) to $44.99/month (FiveM Empire plan). All plans offer first-month discounts (typically 10-20% off). Auto-renewal enabled by default. Additional revenue from plan upgrades, addon slots, and custom configurations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Skynode provides dedicated game server hosting for 20+ multiplayer game titles, including Minecraft (Java and Bedrock), ARK, Valheim, Palworld, FiveM, and others. The service runs on NVMe-powered enterprise-grade hardware across five global data centers (Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, Falkenstein, Helsinki) and is managed through a proprietary web-based control panel featuring one-click mod installation, cloud backups, subuser permissions, and instant server deployment in under 60 seconds. All plans include enterprise-grade DDoS protection, 24/7 human support, and a 99.99% uptime SLA, with monthly subscription pricing starting at $4.99.

Product overview

Skynode is a game server hosting provider offering a portfolio of dedicated game server hosting plans for over 20 multiplayer game titles. The core product is the Game Server Hosting platform, powered by a proprietary custom control panel with NVMe storage, 4.4GHz+ CPUs, and enterprise DDoS protection across five global data center locations (Los Angeles, Dallas, New York, Falkenstein, Helsinki). The product portfolio spans game-specific hosting plans including Minecraft Java, Minecraft Bedrock, ARK, Terraria, 7 Days to Die, Project Zomboid, Windrose, Valheim, Palworld, FiveM, V Rising, Don't Starve Together, Factorio, Satisfactory, Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator, and BeamNG.drive. These are complemented by a Partner Program (free hosting, custom discount codes, and branded merch for creators and communities) and an Affiliate Program (20% recurring commission). All plans include DDoS protection, a 3-day refund policy, and 24/7 support. Skynode also provides a proprietary web-based control panel (panel.skynode.pro) used to manage all game servers, featuring real-time console, one-click mod installs, cloud backups, subuser permissions, and file management. The company operates under a 99.99% uptime SLA for most services (excluding dedicated servers).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Game Server Hosting Platform Dedicated game server hosting platform supporting over 20 multiplayer game titles, backed by NVMe-powered hardware, a proprietary web-based control panel, DDoS protection, and a 99.99% uptime SLA across five global data centers.
• Minecraft Java Server Hosting Dedicated Minecraft: Java Edition server hosting with one-click mod and modpack installers, cloud backups, subuser permissions, and plugin management through a custom control panel. Starting at $3.99 first month, $4.99 recurring.
• Minecraft Bedrock Server Hosting Cross-platform Minecraft Bedrock Edition server hosting supporting PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and mobile players simultaneously. Supports Vanilla, Pocketmine, and Nukkit versions with real-time console access. Starting at $5.99 first month, $7.49 recurring.
• ARK: Survival Evolved Server Hosting Dedicated ARK: Survival Evolved server hosting optimized for the game's demanding engine, supporting Genesis 2 maps with full creature populations. Three plan tiers (Raptor, T-Rex, Titan) with mod support via Steam Workshop. Starting at $19.19 first month, $23.99 recurring.
• Terraria Server Hosting Dedicated Terraria server hosting with tModLoader support for mods such as Calamity and Thorium. Includes cloud backups and server restart features across three plan tiers (Bird, Goldfish, Harpy).
• 7 Days to Die Server Hosting Dedicated 7 Days to Die server hosting optimized for the game's voxel world destruction and AI horde simulation. Supports mods including Darkness Falls and Ravenhearst via Steam Workshop. Three plan tiers (Normal, Radiated, Legendary). Starting at $10.39 first month, $12.99 recurring.
• Project Zomboid Server Hosting

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.99% average uptime achieved across all server infrastructure
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TH.GLcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGaming site partner - The Hidden Gaming Lair is a central hub for gamers with interactive maps, overlays, and tools to enhance gaming experience. Listed as partner on Skynode partners page with referral link.
• r/PalworldcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMain sponsor of r/Palworld subreddit - one of the biggest Palworld communities on Reddit with thousands of daily active members. High-visibility community partnership.
• HytaleServerList.meminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGaming site partner - ranked server list for Hytale where players browse and discover game servers. Provides referral traffic to Skynode hosting.
• TreyKatxominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCanadian Twitch streamer duo streaming Palworld, 7 Days to Die, and Minecraft with a fun community energy. Receives free hosting and custom promo codes for audience.
• ArryBominorGTM or Marketing PartnerMinecraft streamer who plays with community daily and runs a Skynode-hosted server for viewers to join during live streams. Active partner with ongoing content creation featuring Skynode infrastructure.
• Hytale ThankmasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouTube content creator running community-driven charity events for Hytale fans. Skynode sponsors and supports this annual initiative.
• ClickWellminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTwitch Minecraft streamer with viewer interaction mod and engaged community. Receives partner benefits including free hosting and custom codes.
• ViggomanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouTube Minecraft builder known for medieval-themed content and detailed tutorials. Partner with audience discount codes and hosting support.
• RipmontsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTwitch Minecraft streamer running CrownSMP community server powered by Skynode infrastructure. Tight-knit server community showcasing Skynode capabilities.
• UnstableSparkeyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSims 4 streamer with active hangout community. Gaming-focused partner with free hosting and promotional support.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• PebbleHost: Game server hosting provider offering Minecraft and multiple survival game hosting plans with comparable NVMe infrastructure and pricing tiers to Skynode.
• BisectHosting: One of the largest game server hosting providers, offering plans across Minecraft, ARK, Valheim, Palworld, and many other titles that overlap directly with Skynode's portfolio. BisectHosting is a key reference competitor in Skynode's own comparison tables.
• NodeCraft: Multi-game server hosting provider with proprietary NodePanel, supporting titles that overlap heavily with Skynode's portfolio. Listed as a competitor in Skynode's comparison tables.
• MCProHosting: Long-established Minecraft-focused hosting provider offering similar plan structures and control panel functionality to Skynode. Cited by Skynode as a reference competitor.
• Shockbyte: Low-cost Minecraft and broader game server hosting provider competing on the same price-sensitive segment as Skynode. Featured in Skynode's competitive comparison materials.
• Apex Hosting: Major Minecraft-focused server hosting provider with NVMe plans and proprietary control panel functionality closely mirroring Skynode's offering. Cited by Skynode in competitive comparisons.
• Host Havoc: Multi-game server hosting provider offering similar game portfolio and plan structure to Skynode, with comparable SLA claims and DDoS-included plans.

Broad incumbents

• Google Cloud Game Servers: Hyperscaler offering for managed game server infrastructure, primarily targeting game studios but increasingly accessible to mid-market customers. Represents competitive and platform risk to Skynode's addressable market.
• GPortal: Established, larger-scale game server hosting provider supporting many of the same console and PC multiplayer titles as Skynode, with broader global presence and a longer operating history.
• AWS GameLift: Hyperscaler-managed game server hosting service targeting studios and larger publishers. Represents a structural threat and aspirational upper-tier benchmark for Skynode's potential enterprise expansion.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/skynodehost
• Facebookfacebook.com/SkynodeHost
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skynodehost

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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