Navigating the Nether

An interactive guide to understanding and mitigating the de-syncs, crashes, and connection errors that plague Age of Wonders 4 multiplayer. Use this tool to diagnose your issues and find actionable solutions.

What's Going Wrong?

Click on the issue you're experiencing most often. This introductory section helps you quickly identify your problem and understand its common manifestations before diving into the causes and solutions.

Why Does It Happen? Root Causes of Instability

Multiplayer instability isn't caused by a single bug, but a complex web of interconnected factors. This section helps you understand the core reasons, from the game's architecture to your own setup. The chart below visually represents the relative impact of factors most frequently reported by the community as major triggers for instability.

The Four Main Pillars of Instability

AoW4 Instability

🎮 Core Game

Architecture & Game-Specific Triggers

🌐 Network

Your Connection, Router & ISP

💻 Your System

PC Hardware & Software Conflicts

🛠️ Mods & DLC

Custom Content & Add-ons

The Ultimate Workaround Checklist

Here is a comprehensive list of potential fixes and best practices, organized by category. Start with the "Essential Basics" and work your way through the more advanced steps if your issues persist. This checklist is your primary tool for actively improving game stability.