Game Server Expert
Magnus
Magnus writes the in-depth guides, troubleshooting articles, and patch breakdowns at DoomHosting. He's spent years running Pterodactyl panels for multiplayer survival and sandbox games like Minecraft, Rust, Valheim, Palworld, and V Rising. Most posts you'll read here come from problems he hit on real servers and the fixes that actually stuck. His goal is simple: write the article he wishes existed when he was googling the error himself.
Articles by Magnus
86 articles
How to Fix "Connection Timed Out: getsockopt" in Minecraft (2026)
Fix the 'Connection Timed Out: getsockopt' error in Minecraft. Step-by-step solutions for IP, port, firewall, DNS, ISP routing, and node transfers — Java edition 2026.

Best Palworld Mods 2026 for Dedicated Servers and Multiplayer
Top Palworld mods for 2026 with full server-side vs client-side notes, install paths for dedicated servers, and what actually works on multiplayer worlds.

V Rising 1.1.1 Patch Notes + Free Weekend (May 14-18, 2026)
V Rising goes free on Steam May 14-18, 2026 and Patch 1.1.1 is live on Public Test now. Full balance notes, sale details, and what server owners should expect.

Vintage Story 1.22.2 Patch Notes: Server Crash Hotfix (May 3, 2026)
Vintage Story 1.22.2 (May 3, 2026) fixes a rare crash loop on large servers, the 4D grinding wheel bug, and nerfs mortar output. Here's what to update.

How to Set Up a Conan Exiles Enhanced Server in 2026 (Full Guide)
Set up a Conan Exiles Enhanced server in under 10 minutes. Step-by-step guide covering rented hosting, self-hosting, mods, maps, admin commands, and settings.

7 Days to Die V3.0 Sandbox Siege: 100+ Server Settings Teased (May 2026)
The Fun Pimps teased V3.0 Sandbox Siege: 100+ configurable server settings, no-trader runs, headshots-only mode, zombie speed sliders. Update plan inside.
How to Install Mods on Your Satisfactory Server with SMM
Install mods on your DoomHosting Satisfactory server using Satisfactory Mod Manager (SMM) over SFTP, full step-by-step plus client-side setup and compatibility tips.
How to Join and Connect to Your Satisfactory Server
Connect to your DoomHosting Satisfactory server using the in-game Server Manager, find your IP and port, add the server, and join in under two minutes.
How to Claim Your Satisfactory Server and Become Admin
Claim your new DoomHosting Satisfactory server, set the Server Name and Admin Password, and become its administrator, full step-by-step.