Battlefield 5 Routing Issue

Hello @LepreNx,

This could only be linked to your internet connection or you joined a different server with higher ping. Have you tried playing again? Same issue still happening?

Best regards,

danisoff

Thanks for your response.

Theres only a couple of SEA servers (Not community ones) and its the same one i played on smoothly. Even the community servers have the same high ping.

I just tried it out today again, its the same case. Is there anything I could do to fix this? 

I remember having a similar issue with Valorant few years back and I had done some changes to the DNS or something (im not an expert on this) and that seemed to have fixed it. I dont really remember what it is I did but changing those settings fixed it. Do you know anything of the sort that I can try?

Thanks!

@LepreNx,

Honestly, I'm not very informed on the topic, but I have found some information on the internet that might help.

The text:

First, consider changing your DNS settings. Switching to a different DNS server can help reduce latency. For example, you can use Google DNS with the following settings: Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8 and Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4. Alternatively, you can try Cloudflare DNS with Preferred DNS: 1.1.1.1 and Alternate DNS: 1.0.0.1. To change your DNS on Windows, right-click on the network icon in the system tray, select "Open Network & Internet settings," and then go to "Change adapter options." Right-click on your active connection, choose "Properties," select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)," and enter the new DNS addresses.

Make sure to close any background applications that might be using your bandwidth, such as streaming services or downloads. This can help prioritize your connection for gaming.

Check your network connection as well. If you're on Wi-Fi, consider switching to a wired Ethernet connection for more stability. Ensure your router is centrally located and free from obstructions or interference.

Updating your network drivers can also make a difference, as outdated drivers may cause connectivity issues. Running a speed test can help you determine if you’re getting the expected internet speeds; if not, you may want to contact your ISP.

Best regards,

danisoff

Unfortunately I've tried changing the DNS server but that did not work.

I had just given ExitLag's free trial a shot (Tried it since it works for my friend) and weirdly enough, that actually works. It brings my ping back to normal. 

However I really cannot afford paying a subscription service to essentially play BFV. 

Clearly it seems to be a routing issue but I genuinely dont know what to do. The free trial expires in 2 days and im out of ideas.

@LepreNx,

Have you tried talking to EA support?

Best regards,

danisoff

Not sure what exactly 'EA support' means. But when i go the below mentioned link and search for my particular issue, it just goes to a different page highlighting various fixes which doesnt work. Ive linked that page too.

https://help.ea.com/en/help-top-issues/?product=battlefield-v

https://help.ea.com/en/help/faq/problems-playing-online/?isIhi=true&p=battlefield-v

Ive been trying to find a way to get in touch with an actual EA representative but I honestly cant figure it out. 

@LepreNx,

I will provide you with a few links that will help you out with EA support. The second link should give you a sense of how to get live chat support.

EA Help

How to get help with your EA Account

Best regards,

danisoff

@LepreNx @danisoff 

Same problem here I am on xbox . Usually when I join east coast American servers I see a latency ping over 140. That ping I should only  get is if I am on west coast american servers.

My server browser settings is configured to show only east coast American servers.

Other times when I connect to east coast American server it shows 90-100 ping which is acceptable for me as Im from EU.

Or the servers just crash randomly when people are trying to play.

I noticed all these issues started since they announced in these forums they did server maintenance last year in December on battlefield v.

Issues also with the game server not showing players platoon tags as well.

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https://answers.ea.com/t5/Battlefield-V/Battlefield-V-maintenance-on-December-4th/m-p/13272819