Fix Lag in FFXIV for Retainer Interactions and Emotes

Final Fantasy XIV generally runs smoothly, but occasional lag can occur, especially when interacting with retainers, NPCs, or using emotes. This guide will help you troubleshoot and resolve these issues.

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What Causes Lag in FFXIV During Retainer/NPC Interactions and Emotes?How to Resolve Lag in FFXIV

What Causes Lag in FFXIV During Retainer/NPC Interactions and Emotes?

Lag in FFXIV, particularly during interactions or emote use, can stem from several sources:

• High ping or unstable internet connection: A poor network connection directly impacts responsiveness.
• Overloaded servers: High server traffic can lead to delays in processing actions. Emote lag often arises from server-side synchronization of animations for multiple players. If your system doesn't meet minimum requirements, performance issues, including emote lag, are also likely.

How to Resolve Lag in FFXIV

Assuming your PC meets FFXIV's recommended specifications, try these steps to fix lag:

1. Verify internet stability: Ensure a stable and strong internet connection.
2. Check server location: Playing on a geographically distant server (e.g., a North American server from Oceania) can cause high ping and lag. Consider transferring to a closer server if necessary. While high ping doesn't always cause problems, it can contribute to lag spikes.
3. Account for server overload: Server congestion often occurs during major patches, expansions, or after security incidents. In such cases, patience is key; the issue will usually resolve itself.

This concludes our guide to fixing lag in FFXIV related to retainers, NPCs, and emotes. For more FFXIV tips, including Dawntrail patch updates and our Echoes of Vana'diel Alliance Raid coverage, visit The Escapist.