it isnt connection lag its more like server lag the server freezes completely. its not to due with players connection
Hi Ominous!
We have many routine events in place to reduce the lag as much as possible, such as scheduled Server Restarts (every 8 hours), Clear Lag and PokeClear (clears ground items and non-special Pokemon every 10 minutes, ensuring that lag-causing entities are removed frequently), etc. There are also many other factors that cause lag for certain players, which are listed below:
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Render Distance. Having excessive chunks loading in will result in lag, especially if your computer does not have the needed power for it. We recommend changing from the default 10 to a value between 6-8.
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Location. Your location can greatly affect your connection to our server. We highly recommend you use our respective US and EU server IPS based on your location.
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Latency, Bandwidth, and Internet Connection. This means there can be a lag between input from your computer to it appearing on your and other screens. To explain it in an actual scenario, take the example of you placing a block in front of your friend. Firstly you have to click to place the block, that information then has to travel up to 12,756 km (diameter of the earth) to the server. Then, this information has to be processed and sent out to your friend's computer, which might be up to another 12,756 km away. Traveling this long distance can take a while.
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High Volume of Players. As I mentioned previously, due to the recent health crisis, we have been experiencing a much higher volume of players. Sometimes, with so many connections, it may be difficult to process normal connections, especially if your computer/internet is lacking the necessary strength to run the program. This is similar to how roads get slower and blocked with traffic when there is a lot of cars.
I hope this clears some confusion regarding the lag you are experiencing on the server. We are always constantly monitoring the situation and working to ensure that every player has an enjoyable experience on the server (with as minimal lag as possible), especially during this difficult time. If you need anything else, please feel free to let us know and we'll answer right away! Stay safe and healthy.
Cheers!