Escape from Tarkov is a pretty harrowing first-person multiplayer experience. Death comes quickly in this game, but it's still not as scary as the occasional server glitches. Nothing is harder than trying to log into a game and not being able to.
If you're wondering where to check to see if connection issues you're having are affecting other people, this article will walk you through some steps you should check. We'll also show you how to check your match times and ping servers quickly.
To check the server match time and ping, follow the steps below:
- Open the BattleState Games Launcher
- Click Change Server, above where the launcher tells you your game edition
- A list will open which will show you all available servers, their match time and the ping to your location.
Match times will tell you how long the average match takes on the server, giving you an idea of its population, while ping shows how fast information is sent between the PC and your server. Ideally, you want to find a good combination of low adaptation time and low ping for the best experience. This will ensure you find matches quickly and have the best gaming experience possible while playing.
Unfortunately, other than trying to connect or checking if this list is active, there is no other way to see the status of the server. If you want to be notified of server outages or connectivity issues, it's a good idea to follow the official Battlestate Games Twitter account. You can also use a service like Descent Detector to see if there have been any other user-generated reports of the service going down.
Battlestate Games said they will make the API for the game public, which will allow people to develop all sorts of ways to check server status and other critical server information.
