PROMOUse code IMSWITCHING for 15% Off

SkyFactory 4 Server Hosting

We recommend 6 GB of RAM (minimum 4 GB) for a SkyFactory 4 server on Forge 1.12.2.

Skyblock pack · Forge · Minecraft 1.12.2

Recommended RAM
6 GB
Minimum RAM
4 GB
Loader
Forge
Version
1.12.2
Category
Skyblock
Built for modded performance

Why host SkyFactory 4 on Prism Nodes

Owned hardware

Single-thread speed that drives your TPS

SkyFactory 4 is a CPU-bound, single-thread-heavy workload, so raw per-core speed sets your tick rate far more than core count. Every plan pairs high-clock AMD Ryzen 9 9950X cores (Ryzen 9 7900 on Basic) with DDR5 memory and Gen 4 NVMe storage, so chunk loading, world generation, and mod tick logic stay fast deep into a modded world.

Ryzen 9 9950XDDR5Gen 4 NVMe
One-click install

Deploy the pack in seconds

Install SkyFactory 4 straight from CurseForge and Modrinth in a single click from our Pterodactyl-based panel — no manual jar setup.

Tuned JVM

Aikar's flags, applied for you

The panel matches your loader and version and applies Aikar's GC flags automatically for steady garbage collection under load.

Always online

Terabit+ DDoS protection

Multi-layer, terabit-scale filtering keeps your SkyFactory 4 server online through attacks, with no extra configuration.

Instant setup

Live in under 60 seconds

Your server provisions the moment you order, with 10 datacenter locations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific and 24/7 support.

How to make a SkyFactory 4 server

  1. 1
    Pick a plan with at least 6 GB of RAM so SkyFactory 4 has the headroom it needs from day one.
  2. 2
    Install SkyFactory 4 in one click from the modpack list in our Pterodactyl-based panel, or upload the pack's server files directly for a custom build.
  3. 3
    Allocate memory with matching -Xms and -Xmx values plus Aikar's flags — our panel applies them for steady garbage collection under a modded load.
  4. 4
    Start the server, connect with the matching SkyFactory 4 version on your Forge 1.12.2 client, and invite your players.

How much RAM does a SkyFactory 4 server need?

For most groups we recommend 6 GB of RAM to run SkyFactory 4 on Forge 1.12.2. That headroom keeps the world at a smooth 20 TPS while the pack loads its chunks, entities, and world generation. You can start as low as 4 GB for a small group on an already-explored map, but a skyblock pack like this is memory-hungry, and running short of heap is the most common cause of lag and crashes.

RAM needs climb with your player count, render and simulation distance, the size of freshly generated terrain, and any extra mods or datapacks you add on top of the base pack. If you regularly host a full group, explore new chunks, or raise the view distance, size up a tier rather than sitting at the 4 GB floor.

Frequently asked questions

How much RAM does a SkyFactory 4 server need?

We recommend 6 GB of RAM for a SkyFactory 4 server on Forge 1.12.2, with 4 GB as a workable minimum for a small group. Add more as your player count, view distance, or extra mods grow.

How do I install SkyFactory 4 on my server?

Deploy a plan, then install SkyFactory 4 in one click from the modpack list in our Pterodactyl-based panel, or upload the pack's server files yourself. The panel sets up the Forge loader and Java flags for you.

What Minecraft version and loader does SkyFactory 4 use?

SkyFactory 4 runs on Forge for Minecraft 1.12.2. Make sure your client loads the matching pack version so it connects cleanly to the server.

Related modpacks