Amazon GameLift Servers
6.9#5 in game server orchestration softwareFrom $1 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitAmazon GameLift Servers vs PlayFab
What both publish
| Fact | Amazon GameLift Servers | PlayFab |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Service API clients must support TLS 1.2 or later, and fleets run in logically isolated VPCs with configurable inbound port and IP ranges. | Microsoft says developer sign-in migration adds MFA, conditional access, encryption and single sign-on through Microsoft accounts. |
Amazon GameLift Servers plans
- Player Packages$20 a month
- Managed hostingPriced on request
- Matchmaking Hours$1 a month
- Anywhere hostingPriced on request
- Managed container hostingPriced on request
- Managed EC2 hostingPriced on request
PlayFab plans
- Free to StartFree
- Standard Plan$99 a month
- Premium Plan$1,999 a month
- Enterprise PlanPriced on request
- Pay-as-you-goFree
Pick Amazon GameLift Servers if…
It suits game teams deploying dedicated servers for session-based multiplayer games across supported player platforms. Teams should consider whether managed containers’ Linux-only limit fits their hosting needs.
Pick PlayFab if…
PlayFab is for game developers, from indie teams to AAA studios, who need backend services for live games. It suits teams building player accounts, multiplayer features, live operations, or in-game economies across platforms.