Why host Captain Claw on a VPS?
OpenClaw is a free, open-source reimplementation of the classic Captain Claw (1997) platformer game by Monolith Productions. It faithfully recreates the original game using SDL2, bringing the beloved pirate adventure to modern systems with improved compatibility and extended features.
Hosting OpenClaw on a VPS gives you always-on availability, full control over your environment, and low-latency access for all players — making it ideal for multiplayer sessions, mod development, and custom level testing.
A dedicated VPS gives your OpenClaw server the power, speed, and reliability it deserves.
Keep your OpenClaw server online 24/7 without relying on your home internet or personal PC. Your players can connect any time, day or night.
NVMe SSD storage and high-bandwidth network connections ensure smooth, lag-free gameplay for every player connected to your server.
Configure every aspect of your OpenClaw environment with complete administrative control. Install dependencies, tweak settings, and deploy updates your way.
Enterprise-grade DDoS protection is included on all plans at no extra cost, keeping your OpenClaw server safe and accessible at all times.
Install OpenClaw and all its SDL2 dependencies in minutes using our Linux templates and quick-start install guide. No technical headaches.
Start completely free Trial — credit card required. Scale up only when you need more power for a larger player base or mod development environment.
All plans include instant activation, DDoS protection, and 24/7 support.
Get your OpenClaw server running in minutes with these simple steps.
Choose a plan above and deploy your VPS. Activation takes just 55 seconds.
Select Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or Debian 11 as your operating system template.
Connect via SSH using credentials from your welcome email.
Run apt install for SDL2, CMake, and build tools via our support guide.
Clone the OpenClaw repo, compile, configure, and start playing!
# Update system packages
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
# Install SDL2 and build dependencies
sudo apt install -y git cmake build-essential libsdl2-dev libsdl2-mixer-dev libsdl2-image-dev libsdl2-ttf-dev
# Clone OpenClaw repository
git clone https://github.com/pjsdream/OpenClaw.git
# Build OpenClaw
cd OpenClaw && mkdir build && cd build && cmake .. && make -j$(nproc)
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We guarantee 99.99% uptime for all VPS plans. If we don't meet this SLA, we'll credit your account with free hosting time for the duration of the outage.
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Everything you need to know about hosting OpenClaw on VPSWala.
OpenClaw is an open-source reimplementation of the classic Captain Claw (1997) platformer game. While you can run it locally, hosting it on a VPS provides 24/7 uptime, stable connectivity for multiplayer sessions, dedicated resources for consistent performance, and a secure environment for development and modding.
Yes! VPSWala offers a free starter VPS plan that requires credit card. This is ideal for testing and basic OpenClaw setups. For serious multiplayer hosting, we recommend our Standard plan which comes with a free trial period and full root access.
We recommend Ubuntu 22.04 LTS for OpenClaw. It has excellent SDL2 package support, long-term security updates, and a large community. Debian 11/12 is also a great choice. All these are available as one-click templates in your VPSWala control panel.
This depends on your plan. The Starter Free plan can handle basic single-user testing. The Standard plan (2 vCPU, 4GB RAM) comfortably supports active multiplayer OpenClaw sessions. The Pro plan (8 vCPU, 16GB RAM) is ideal for high-traffic community servers and development environments.
Absolutely! Our 24/7 technical support team can assist you with installing OpenClaw and its dependencies (SDL2, CMake, build tools) on your VPS. Simply open a support ticket or use our live chat and we'll walk you through the entire setup process.
Yes! OpenClaw supports Windows as well. VPSWala offers Windows Server 2019 and 2022 VPS plans. However, Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) is generally recommended for OpenClaw hosting as it offers better performance and lower resource usage for server environments.
Yes! All VPSWala plans include enterprise-grade DDoS protection at no extra cost. Your OpenClaw server will be protected against volumetric attacks, ensuring it stays online and accessible to your players at all times.
At the end of your trial, you can choose to upgrade to a paid plan to continue using your OpenClaw VPS with all your configurations intact. If you decide not to continue, simply cancel before the trial ends — no charges will be made.
Absolutely! You can upgrade your VPS plan at any time with zero downtime. Simply choose a higher tier plan from your control panel and the additional resources will be added instantly. All your OpenClaw configurations, saves, and mods will be preserved.
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