Image via Activision

Modern Warfare 2 Latency, explained and how to improve ping

Make sure you are at the top of your game.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 is a fast-paced team-based shooter, so having a good ping and less latency is key for ensuring you perform well. However, the game itself can be affected by numerous things that cause ping and latency to negatively impact your gameplay. This may leave you wondering how to improve ping and latency in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2.

Recommended Videos

How to fix your ping in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2

With any online game, your performance is affected by several factors, including network connection, components, and settings. All these things can affect your latency and ping in-game. Here is how to improve ping in Call of Duty MW2.

Related: Top 10 Weapons with Fastest TTK in Warzone

  • Use a wired connection instead of a wireless one.
    •     This will ensure that you have a stronger connection that does not fluctuate.
  • Upgrade your hardware and peripherals (PC).
    • Your hardware could be causing issues with ping. Upgrading to stronger hardware or ensuring drivers are up to date can increase ping.
  • Change your in-game settings.
    • Your in-game settings can affect gameplay in ways you might not think. Check and experiment with your display and graphical settings to improve ping and latency.

High ping and latency can cause you to miss shots, move in ways you don't want to, and ultimately die. For this reason, you absolutely want to ensure a good connection; otherwise, you will be fighting a losing battle.

For more information on Call of Duty, check out Modern Warfare 2 operator not changing – how to fix and All Warzone vs Warzone 2 differences – What’s new in Warzone 2.0? on Pro Game Guides.


Pro Game Guides is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article All rewards in the CoD MW3 Vortex: VI.Rus Mainframe event
Menacing soldier in black and red armor in Modern Warfare 3
Read Article CoD MW3 Season 3 Reloaded release time and countdown
The Season 3 Reloaded poster for Modern Warfare 3, Warzone, and Mobile.
Read Article Call of Duty Mobile codes (April 2024)
Read Article CoD devs update MW3 Ranked Play restrict weapons to mixed fan reception
Soldiers in Ranked Skins in Modern Warfare 3
Read Article Hope in humanity restored as CoD community helps fan with one ear
Squad of soldiers preparing to jump from a plane in Call of Duty: Warzone
Related Content
Read Article All rewards in the CoD MW3 Vortex: VI.Rus Mainframe event
Menacing soldier in black and red armor in Modern Warfare 3
Read Article CoD MW3 Season 3 Reloaded release time and countdown
The Season 3 Reloaded poster for Modern Warfare 3, Warzone, and Mobile.
Read Article Call of Duty Mobile codes (April 2024)
Read Article CoD devs update MW3 Ranked Play restrict weapons to mixed fan reception
Soldiers in Ranked Skins in Modern Warfare 3
Read Article Hope in humanity restored as CoD community helps fan with one ear
Squad of soldiers preparing to jump from a plane in Call of Duty: Warzone
Author
Justin Joy
Justin has been diving into fantasy worlds since he can remember. He is a certified nerd who has a deep love of reading, writing, and hiking. He has been writing since his college days, but specifically in gaming for two years. His favorite games are The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Hollow Knight, Celeste, and Banjo Kazooie.

Write A Comment

Modern Warfare 2 Latency, explained and how to improve ping

Comments are on moderation and will be approved in a timely manner. Please read the following rules before commenting:

  • All comments must be on topic and add something of substance to the post
  • No swearing or inappropriate words
  • No asking or begging for anything free
  • Do not attempt to start a poll in the comments
  • Comments in all CAPS will be removed
  • We reserve the right to remove a comment for any reason
  • Do not impersonate a staff member or influencer

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.