Advanced users download the C++ source code of the game server, modify it, and compile it themselves. This allows for unlimited customization (new mounts, systems, maps).

Running a Metin2 private server is both technically rewarding and legally complex. The community offers excellent resources, from beginner-friendly Docker deployments to advanced source code modifications.

These files mimic the early stages of Metin2 (e.g., 2007-2009).

Install FreeBSD on your VM or VPS. Configure the network settings (IP address) so you can connect via SSH (using Putty or WinSCP).

These are the modern standard. They come with the C++ source code for both the game and db binaries.

A complete Metin2 server package typically includes:

: Contains the game binary and configurations ( CONFIG files for channels and auth).