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How to Fix Honkai: Star Rail
Lag

If Honkai: Star Rail is lagging, stuttering, or rubber-banding, follow these steps in order. First confirm the lag isn't server-side by checking the live status page — if dozens of players are reporting issues, HoYoverse's servers are the cause.

General Guidance Only

These steps are provided for informational purposes only and may not reflect the latest game updates. Port numbers, menu paths, and settings can vary by platform and version. GamerOutage.com is not responsible for any outcomes resulting from following this guide. When in doubt, refer to the publisher's official support site.

Step-by-Step Fix

1
Check your server region
In HSR settings, confirm you're on the server closest to your physical location — Asia, America, Europe, or HMC/SEA. Playing on the wrong region is the most common cause of consistently high ping in Honkai: Star Rail.
2
Switch to wired ethernet on PC
Honkai: Star Rail sends frequent small packets during combat. Wi-Fi packet loss causes skill animations to desync and abilities to feel delayed. Use a wired connection for the most consistent experience.
3
Close HoYoverse launcher background processes
The HoYoverse launcher downloads patches and assets in the background. Right-click the launcher icon in the system tray and exit it between sessions to free up bandwidth during gameplay.
4
Change DNS to Cloudflare or Google
Go to your Windows Network Adapter Settings → your connection → Properties → IPv4 → set DNS to 1.1.1.1 (primary) and 1.0.0.1 (secondary). This can reduce routing latency to HoYoverse's CDN servers.
5
Disable VPN
HoYoverse's anti-cheat module detects VPN traffic and can flag combat validation requests as suspicious, causing skill delays or disconnects. Even a VPN client running in the background but not actively tunneling can interfere. Fully exit any VPN app from your system tray before launching Honkai: Star Rail.
6
On mobile: switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi
If playing on iPhone or Android, connect to your router's 5GHz band instead of 2.4GHz. The 5GHz band has less interference and significantly lower latency, which reduces HSR combat desync and turn-resolution delay on mobile.
Is it server-side?
Check real-time player reports — if reports are spiking, it's on HoYoverse's end, not yours.
Check Star Rail Status →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Honkai: Star Rail lagging during combat?

Combat lag in HSR is usually caused by high ping to the server, or your device struggling to render effects. Check your server region in settings, switch to ethernet on PC, and lower graphics quality if on a lower-end device.

How do I check my ping in Honkai: Star Rail?

Tap or click the signal bars icon in the top-right corner of the screen during gameplay. This shows your current latency to HoYoverse's servers in milliseconds.

Why does Honkai: Star Rail lag more on patch day?

On patch day, HoYoverse's servers handle millions of simultaneous logins right after maintenance ends. This causes server-side lag that no local fix can address. Wait 1–2 hours after maintenance ends for traffic to normalize.

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