> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.playflowcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Unity Modules Setup

> Install the required Unity modules to build dedicated servers for PlayFlow.

# Unity Modules Setup

To build **Unity dedicated servers** for PlayFlow, you need to install specific Linux build modules. PlayFlow deploys servers on Linux infrastructure, so these modules are essential for creating compatible server builds.

<Warning>
  Without the proper Linux modules installed, Unity will not be able to build dedicated servers for PlayFlow deployment.
</Warning>

## Prerequisites

* **Unity Hub** installed, so you can add build modules to your Unity installation.
* The **PlayFlow Unity SDK** installed in your project (see below).

## Install the PlayFlow Unity SDK

First, make sure you have the PlayFlow Unity SDK installed. The recommended method is the Unity Package Manager Git URL:

```
https://github.com/PlayFlowCloud/PlayFlow-Multiplayer-Unity-SDK.git
```

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## Required Unity Modules by Version

The modules you need depend on your Unity version. Install the appropriate Linux build support modules:

### Unity 2021.2 and Above

For Unity 2021.2+, install these modules through Unity Hub:

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/playflow/xqejJlsQi8e5RWr4/images/unity2021.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=xqejJlsQi8e5RWr4&q=85&s=83d358a04f0cbb54c622c761e42ea85c" alt="Unity 2021.2+ Linux Modules" width="662" height="484" data-path="images/unity2021.png" />

**Required Modules:**

* **Linux Build Support (IL2CPP)** - Essential for Linux server builds
* **Linux Build Support (Mono)** - Alternative scripting backend support

### Unity 2020.x and Earlier

For Unity versions older than 2021.2, install these modules:

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/playflow/xqejJlsQi8e5RWr4/images/unity2020.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=xqejJlsQi8e5RWr4&q=85&s=88a1a83dba0e2b1c8c378b96f25e8e8a" alt="Unity 2020 Linux Modules" width="957" height="814" data-path="images/unity2020.png" />

**Required Modules:**

* **Linux Build Support** - Core Linux build capability
* **Linux Build Support (IL2CPP)** - IL2CPP scripting backend
* **Linux Build Support (Mono)** - Mono scripting backend

<Note>
  Unity versions older than 2021.2 have different module names but serve the same purpose for Linux server builds.
</Note>

## How to Install Unity Modules

### Via Unity Hub

1. Open **Unity Hub**
2. Go to **Installs** tab
3. Click the **gear icon** next to your Unity version
4. Select **Add Modules**
5. Check the **Linux Build Support** options shown above
6. Click **Install**

### Via Unity Editor

1. Open Unity Editor
2. Go to **File → Build Settings**
3. Select **Linux** as target platform
4. If modules are missing, Unity will prompt you to install them
5. Click **Install with Unity Hub**

## Verify Installation

To confirm your modules are installed correctly:

1. Open **File → Build Settings**
2. You should see **Linux** available in the Platform list
3. Select Linux and click **Switch Platform**
4. If successful, you're ready to build dedicated servers

***

## Next Steps

Once your Unity modules are properly installed, you're ready to build and deploy your first server:

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