OpenRCT2 vs 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted game servers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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FeatureOpenRCT20 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server
CategoryGame ServersGame Servers
LicenseGPL-3.0GPL-2.0
LanguageC++Erlang
Setup difficultyMediumHard
Min. RAM512 MB512 MB
Deploymentbare-metal, binary, sourcebare-metal, source
GitHub stars★ 16,049★ 2,000
First released20142009
ReplacesRollerCoaster TycoonAge of Empires multiplayer

Why pick each one

Choose OpenRCT2 if…

  • Faithful modern remake
  • Active community
OpenRCT2 details

Choose 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server if…

  • Run a private 0 A.D. lobby
  • Fully open-source
0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server details

Frequently asked questions

Is OpenRCT2 or 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server better?

OpenRCT2 is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are OpenRCT2 and 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server free and open-source?

Yes. OpenRCT2 is licensed under GPL-3.0 and 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run OpenRCT2 and 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server with Docker?

OpenRCT2: check the project docs for container support. 0 A.D. Lobby Note - pyrogenesis server: check the project docs for container support.

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