How do I make my PS4 stop lagging when I stream?

We all hate game lag — this irritating issue preventing gamers from enjoying their favorite games. Unfortunately fixing lagging games is not an easy task.

In this article, we’ll list a series of solutions that you can use to fix PS4 lag. If you already powered down your router for 15 minutes, so it can get a new IP address from your ISP yet the issue persists, then use the troubleshooting suggestions listed below.

Of course, you can help us improve this article by listing your own suggestions on how to fix game lag on PS4.

How to fix game lag on PS4

1. Check your network connection settings and optimize them

If you’re lagging, this means that you’ve got a low download speed. Obviously, increasing download speed can help you fix this problem.

Follow the steps listed below to properly set your network connection:

1. Launch Settings > go to Network > select Test Internet Connection to make sure that your network is up and running
2. Now, go to Set Up Internet Connection > select your connection type (WiFi or LAN)
   
3. Select Custom > select your network > go to IP Settings > select Automatic
4. At DHCP Host Name > select Do not specify
5. For DNS Settings > select Manual
6.  Set 8.8.8.8 as your Primary DNS and 8.8.4.4 as your Secondary DNS
7. Hit Next > go to MTU Settings > select Manual > set 1476 > hit Next
8. For Proxy server > select Do Not Use

Now, test your Internet connection. This time you should get a higher download speed. Aim for a download speed of at least 10 MB.

Test your connection several times and if you’re still getting under 10 MB, disconnect all other devices and apps using your WiFi or get a LAN cable.

You can also try to change your router’s WiFi settings from N (300mps) to B or G.

2. Free up some space

Make sure that you’ve got enough free space on your console. If you’re low on free space, this may cause system slowdowns which will then trigger game lag.

1. Go to Settings > System Storage Management
2. There are four main areas that you want to check and delete any unnecessary files and folders: Applications, Capture Gallery, Application Saved Data and Themes
3. Simply select the content you want to delete > hit the Options button > hit Delete.

3. Update your console

Make sure that you’re running the latest system software version on your console. Go to Sony’s official website to download PS4 system updates.

4. Make sure there are no overheating issues

Overheating problems may also affect your console’s performance and trigger game lag issues. Unplug all cables and allow your console to cool down for about half an hour. Also, make sure that you place it in a well ventilated location.

5. Connect your PS4 to a laptop hotspot

Quite a few gamers suggested that connecting the console to a laptop’s hotspot may fix this problem. It seems this workaround worked for a limited number of users but it’s worth trying it nevertheless.

I hope something helped. If you’ve come across other solutions to fix game lag on PS4, let us know in the comments below.

Hi all.

Sorry if this question has been done to death but I streamed via my PS4 using twitch for the first time yesterday and while the chat/stream went well, the gameplay at my end was absolutely horrendous in terms of lag.

I am using a very basic setup just to trial and see if enjoy it.

My internet is not great, 40mb down and 5mb up from the PS4 which is connected to the router via ethernet.

I played about with the settings in the PS4 and even at the lowest resolution it was still unplayable.

Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

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