Delta Force delivers intense, large-scale PVP combat with a unique extraction shooter mode. However, no matter which game mode you prefer, lag and connection issues can ruin your gameplay experience.
In this guide, we'll show you how to fix high ping, packet loss, and an unstable connection in Delta Force, so you can enjoy a smooth, lag-free experience.
Delta Force Server Status
If you're experiencing sudden lag spikes or a normally stable connection feels off, the first step is to check the Delta Force server status. Peak gaming hours can lead to overloaded servers, causing connectivity issues.
Check the official Delta Force X account for live updates:
If servers are down or experiencing issues, there's no immediate fix—this is something the developers must resolve. However, knowing the server status can save you time troubleshooting your own network unnecessarily.
Use a Wired Connection
Switching from Wi-Fi to a wired Ethernet connection is one of the easiest ways to improve your connection in Delta Force. Wired connections offer faster speeds and, more importantly, greater stability.
Wi-Fi is prone to interference, weak signal strength, and packet loss, all of which can make Delta Force feel inconsistent and laggy.
If running an Ethernet cable across your home isn’t an option, consider using powerline adapters. These devices allow you to extend a wired-style connection through your home’s electrical wiring—providing a more stable alternative to Wi-Fi.
Delta Force Network Settings
Delta Force includes a Performance Parameters setting, found in the screen settings menu. Enabling this will display your frame rate, latency, and packet loss in real time, allowing you to diagnose connection problems more effectively.
Once you've identified the specific issue—whether it's high ping, packet loss, or an unstable connection—we'll walk you through how to fix it.
High Ping in Delta Force
Your ping in Delta Force is largely determined by the game server you're connected to. The further away the server, the higher your ping, leading to noticeable input delay. Ideally, you should always be playing on the closest server to you for the best performance.
However, modern matchmaking algorithms take factors like skill level into account, which can sometimes result in being placed on a high-ping server.
How to Fix High Ping with the Netduma R3
The Geo-Filter feature on the Netduma R3 gaming router gives you complete control over which servers you connect to in Delta Force. It ensures you always play on low-ping servers, drastically reducing input delay.
To find the best Delta Force servers, use the Ping Heatmap tool on the R3. This feature visualizes server locations and their connection quality, helping you make the best choice for an optimized experience.
Check out our Geo-Filter guide video to see the feature in action and learn how to connect to the best servers in any online game.
Unstable Connection in Delta Force
If your ping fluctuates while playing Delta Force, your inputs may feel sluggish, and your gameplay will be inconsistent. This fluctuation is called jitter, and it disrupts the sync between your game and the server.
Stabilise Your Connection with the Netduma R3
The only way to directly fix jitter on your network is the Steady Ping feature on the Netduma R3. Steady Ping applies a buffer to your ping that smooths out any potential fluctuations which results in an almost perfect stable ping. Once your connection has been stabilised, your inputs and gameplay will feel incredibly responsive.
You can check out our video explaining how Steady Ping works and see the before and after results here.
Packet Loss in Delta Force
Now you're playing on a low, stable ping thanks to Geo-Filter and Steady Ping, the last thing to fix is congestion on your network. If you're playing Delta Force on a busy network, full of devices and applications using up your bandwidth, it may lead to connection issues.
Greedy applications like streaming and downloading will use up as much bandwidth as possible, which may stop gaming from getting what it needs to perform optimally. Gaming actually only requires a tiny amount of bandwidth, but it does require a constant flow of data for smooth gameplay.
If your network is full of other applications traffic, your gaming will become stuck in a queue, leading to increased latency and packet loss.
Optimise Your Connection with the Netduma R3
The Netduma R3 gaming router features SmartBOOST, the world’s best QoS (Quality of Service) tool. SmartBOOST prioritizes gaming traffic, ensuring it always gets the bandwidth it needs while preventing congestion from other devices.
With SmartBOOST, your gaming experience remains smooth, no matter how many devices are connected to your network.
If you want to see what SmartBOOST can do for a busy network, check out our live demonstration of the feature in the video below: