Everyone's excited for Modern Warfare 3's global release, but packet burst issues can be a buzzkill. Don't worry, there are ways to fix this and get back to smooth gameplay.
Packet burst is a server problem that causes visual glitches and gameplay issues like lag. You can tell you're experiencing it if you see three overlapping squares on the left side of your screen, sometimes with the text 'packet burst'.
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Here are some simple steps to help fix packet burst in MW3:
How to Fix Packet Burst in MW3:
- Restart Your Device: Whether it's a PC, Xbox, or PlayStation, restarting can reset the game and help fix the issue.
- Close and Reopen MW3: Quitting and restarting the game can refresh your connection to the servers.
- Restart Your Wi-Fi Connection: Turn off your Wi-Fi router, wait a bit, and then turn it back on.
- Disable Crossplay (Consoles only):
- PlayStation: Go to MW Settings, then 'Account & Network,' and turn off crossplay in the 'Online' tab.
- Xbox: Go to 'Settings,' 'Account,' 'Privacy & online safety,' 'Xbox privacy,' 'View details and customize,' 'Communication & multiplayer,' and turn off 'You can join cross-network play.' (Note: PCs can't disable crossplay.)
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- Turn Off On-Demand Texture Streaming (Consoles): In Settings, go to Graphics and disable 'On Demand Texture Streaming.'
- Use an Ethernet Cable: For a more stable connection, connect your gaming platform to your router with an Ethernet cable.
- Contact Support: If you're still having trouble, reach out to Activision Support for more help.
These steps should help fix packet burst issues and improve your MW3 experience.
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