Amazon GameLift Servers now supports automatic scaling to and from zero instances
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This article announces that Amazon GameLift Servers now supports automatic scaling to and from zero instances, enabling cost optimization for game developers.
- Eliminates charges for unused instances during inactive periods
- Automatically scales up when game sessions are requested
- Removes need for maintaining running instances during low activity
- No manual intervention required for scaling decisions
- Particularly valuable for games with peak/off-peak periods and seasonal games
- Available in all Amazon GameLift Servers supported regions
This feature significantly reduces infrastructure costs for game developers while maintaining responsive performance during active gaming periods.
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