I'm currently in the early planning stages of adding online features to my indie game and need to host a basic Node.js server that runs 24/7. The server will be very lightweight, mainly relying on built-in modules for handling simple requests, and won't require much in the way of resources since the game is still in development. My key requirements are that it has to be free (due to limitations on online payments in my country), support Node.js, and be available all the time. I've heard about several options like Heroku and Railway, but I'm unsure which is best for a low-traffic, persistent server. Any suggestions for a free service that meets these needs?
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You might want to consider Oracle's free tier. They've got some free resources available, but setting it up can be complex since you'll need to configure a virtual private server. Their guides can help you with the OS and VM setup, but just be aware it's not the most user-friendly option.
Thanks for your answer. I'll give it a try!