Game Instances let you save multiple games on one server and switch between them instantly - no data loss, no reinstalling. Think of each instance as a saved slot for a different game, modpack, or world.
Accessing Game Swap
In your game panel, open the Game Swap menu from the left sidebar.
The banner at the top shows the game currently running on your server. Below it, Select a Game on the left is where you pick what to install, and the Game Swap card on the right lists your saved instances under My Game Instances.
Creating Your First Instance
Click any game card to start the switch process. A dialog will appear asking what to do with your current files.
You have two options:
- Start fresh - deletes your current files and installs the new game. This cannot be undone.
- Save current files as an instance - saves your current game into an instance slot so you can switch back later. Nothing is deleted.
If you choose to save, you can optionally give the new instance a name so you can identify it later.
On the next screen, confirm the details look correct and click Confirm to proceed.
Switching Between Instances
Once you have multiple instances saved, they appear under My Game Instances. The one running right now is marked Active. Click Switch next to any other instance to activate it.
Waiting for the Switch
After confirming, the switching process begins. Your panel will show a loading screen - this can take anywhere from 15 seconds to a few minutes depending on file size. Do not start your server until it completes.
Deleting an Instance
To free up a slot, click the ⋯ button next to any inactive instance and choose Delete. You will be asked to confirm before anything is deleted. The same menu also lets you Rename an instance or Download a copy of it.
Cooldown Period
After switching games, there is a short cooldown before you can switch again. While it's active, a Cooldown Active banner above the game list shows how many minutes are left.