How to Fix Hytale High Ping

Although it took eight years from start to finish to develop, Hytale still attracted global attention, and upon release there were millions of players online (according to media reports). However, despite the high player enthusiasm, many problems were encountered, the most common of which is high ping — some players even reported the absurd ping value of 999999 ms. So, as a game that currently only has player‑hosted servers, how should Hytale’s high ping be resolved? In this guide we explore the issue in depth.

Hytale’s High‑Ping Phenomenon and Causes

According to current player feedback, even when a general internet speed test shows normal ping, the ping will become very high once entering the game, causing stuttering and in some cases even spiking to an astonishing 999999 ms. The causes of this problem are usually:

• Physical distance between player and host — host closer to your players or use a VPS/colocation in a nearby region.
• Low upstream bandwidth on the host (residential upload limits) — upgrade plan or host on a provider with higher upload.
• Wi‑Fi problems (interference, weak signal) — use wired Ethernet or improve Wi‑Fi (5 GHz, less interference).
• Router limits / NAT / CPU overload — enable proper port forwarding/UPnP, use a better router or firmware, or move hosting off the home router.
• Background uploads/downloads or apps consuming bandwidth — stop/limit those, use QoS to prioritize game traffic.
• Bufferbloat and ISP congestion — enable fq_codel/CAKE or QoS on the router, test latency under load and contact ISP or use commercial hosting if congested.

How to Reduce Hytale Ping?

Make Sure You Have a Good Local Network

1. Don’t let background programs or devices that consume network bandwidth interfere — close them, leaving only game‑optimization tools such as GearUP if helpful.
2. Use a wired connection. Although Wi‑Fi is convenient it is less stable; if you must use Wi‑Fi, 5 GHz is faster while 2.4 GHz penetrates obstacles better — choose based on your play environment.
3. Restart your router when necessary to clear temporary settings and avoid impacts.
4. Turn off VPNs — they do not solve high ping and may make the game even more laggy.

Pay Attention to Your NAT Type

Windows — Method A (quick)

1. Open Settings → Gaming → Xbox Networking.
2. Wait for the test to finish.
3. Read the NAT Type shown (Open / Moderate / Strict).

Windows — Method B (router vs public IP)

1. In a browser, go to https://whatismyip.com and note the public IP shown.
2. Log into your router’s web page (common addresses: 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1).
3. On the router status page find the WAN/Internet IP.
4. Compare the two IPs:
   • If they match, you are not behind carrier NAT.
   • If they differ or the router WAN IP is a private range (10.x.x.x, 192.168.x.x, or 100.64.0.0/10), you are likely behind CGNAT.

Mac (router vs public IP)

1. Open System Settings → Network → select your connection → Advanced → TCP/IP → note the Router IP.
2. In a browser, go to https://whatismyip.com and note the public IP.
3. Open a browser, enter the Router IP to log into your router.
4. On the router status page find the WAN/Internet IP and compare it with the public IP (same logic as Windows Method B).

Use GearUP to Optimize the Network

For problems caused by poor connection nodes, GearUP is an excellent solution. It automatically diagnoses network status and switches nodes according to the server you’re connecting to — like finding the smoothest, fastest route among many. It can significantly reduce game lag, optimize NAT, and handle various server connection issues.

GearUP

GearUP is popular for its extremely simple automated operation; you don’t need to worry about complex network parameters — just one‑click acceleration and you can enjoy smooth gameplay.

1. Open GearUP and search for Hytale.
   
2. Click Boost — GearUP will automatically connect you to the best node. We recommend that players on the same server all use GearUP, so this can achieve a stable connection.
   

GearUP currently does not support macOS.

Don’t Connect to Cross‑region Servers

Game ping is closely related to physical distance. If you’ve confirmed the server is very far from you, we do not recommend connecting because:

• Ping will be higher
• The network is more prone to fluctuation and node failures

If you must play with friends in another region, follow the recommendations above to ensure the best possible network.

What Ping Does Hytale Need?

As an RPG, Hytale does not demand extremely strict ping, but that doesn’t mean high ping has no impact:

• < 30 ms — Excellent: instant response, ideal for hosting or competitive play.
• 30–60 ms — Very good: smooth gameplay, no noticeable delay.
• 60–100 ms — Acceptable: playable for most, small delays on fast actions.
• 100–150 ms — Noticeable lag: gameplay is still possible but feels sluggish.
• 150–300 ms — Poor: frequent delays, hard to play reliably.
• 300 ms — Unplayable for most fast interactions; large delays and disconnect risk.

Hytale Ping FAQs

Q1: Why is my speed test normal but my Hytale ping is high?

General speed test sites measure ping to their test nodes, not to the game server. Since Hytale currently only uses player‑hosted servers, the situation is more complex, so the two can differ.

Q2: Do console players also need to run GearUP?

We recommend everyone use GearUP to maximize node consistency and stability and to avoid one side being affected.

Q3: Why can’t a VPN reduce ping?

VPNs are mainly for data encryption and IP masking. Their nodes are not optimized for game servers and may even increase data transmission distance.

Q4: Is GearUP safe?

Yes. GearUP is completely safe — it only helps switch network nodes and does not alter game data, and it can adequately protect your privacy.

Conclusion

Hytale’s high ping is not as hard to solve as it might seem. Because players currently host the servers themselves, there are more complex situations, but by following this guide to analyze causes and using solutions including GearUP, getting a smooth experience is not difficult. Try it now.