Unexpected surge in network latency detected.
Unexpected surge in network latency detected.
I've been using online games on my PC with Wi-Fi for a while now, and everything has been working smoothly—stable 35-45ms with occasional spikes up to 50ms. Starting yesterday, I noticed persistent spikes. The game would display increasing latency, reaching as high as 150ms at times. I initially assumed the issue was with the servers, but that turned out not to be the case. I shared the results of a connection stability test, and indeed, the problem isn't just my PC. I also ran a similar test on my phone, which showed comparable issues. I've tried several fixes—unplugging and replugging the router, resetting the router, updating drivers—but nothing seems to help. The better Ethernet cable is noted, but it's not a practical solution for me. Thank you.
Assuming the latency bursts stem from WiFi, your choices include connecting directly via Ethernet, using PowerLine AV adapters, or possibly swapping your router/access point for a more robust model. Although wired connections aren't a long-term fix for you, testing this route right away can quickly identify whether the issue lies with WiFi or the link to the server. Also try different games to exclude any single server as the culprit.