How to Fix FFXIV Lagging When Talking to Retainers or Using 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 lag issues.

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What Causes Lag in FFXIV When Interacting with Retainers or Using Emotes?How to Resolve Lag in FFXIV What Causes Lag in FFXIV When Interacting with Retainers or Using Emotes?

Several factors can contribute to lag in FFXIV, particularly during interactions with retainers, NPCs, or emote usage:

• High ping or unstable internet connection: A poor internet connection directly impacts responsiveness.
• Server congestion or overload: High server load can cause delays in processing actions. Emote lag can also stem from server-side synchronization delays, especially in crowded instances. If your PC doesn't meet minimum requirements, this can exacerbate the problem.

How to Resolve Lag in FFXIV

Assuming your system meets FFXIV's recommended specifications, try these steps to address lag:

1. Verify internet stability: Ensure a stable and strong internet connection.
2. Check server location: Playing on a server far from your physical location can lead to 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 overload often occurs during major patches, expansions, or after hacking incidents. In these cases, patience is key; the issue will usually resolve itself.

This concludes our guide to fixing lag in FFXIV related to retainer interactions and emotes. For more FFXIV tips, including the Dawntrail patch schedule and our Echoes of Vana'diel Alliance Raid review, visit The Escapist.