How to configure SOCKS5 proxy server IP for game acceleration? Test Tutorial

How to accelerate games with SOCKS5 proxy IP? Hands-on teaching you to set up

Many players have encountered the problem of game lag and high latency, which can actually be effectively improved by SOCKS5 proxy IP. This tutorial below willIn the plainest termsIt teaches you how to accelerate your game through ipipgo's proxy service.

Why SOCKS5 protocol?

SOCKS5 has three distinct advantages over other proxy protocols:
1. Support for the UDP transport protocol (the basis for most game data transfers)
2. Can penetrate NAT network address translation
3. The original packet format will not be modified
These three features make it the best choice for game acceleration, and ipipgo provides residential-grade SOCKS5 proxy IPs to ensure that game traffic takes the optimal path.

Specific configuration in four steps

Step 1: Getting Proxy Information
Log in to the ipipgo backend and select the SOCKS5 protocol in the "Residential Proxy" section, and the system will generate a combination of information containing IP address, port, and username and password. Suggested selectionStatic IP in the same region as the game server, for example, Japanese games go with Japanese residential IPs.

Step 2: Game Client Settings
Take a popular shooter game as an example:
1. Open Game Settings → Network Options
2. Locate the proxy server settings
3. Change protocol type to SOCKS5
4. Fill in the IP address and port provided by ipipgo.
5. Enable authentication and enter the account password

Step 3: Network Environment Test
At the command line, typecurl --socks5 username:password@IP:port ifconfig.meIf the returned IP matches the address provided by ipipgo, the proxy is in effect.

Step 4: Latency Comparison Test
Before and after enabling the proxy, use theping (computing)command to detect game server latency, it is recommended to test 3 times in different time periods to take the average value. The test case shows that after using ipipgo Japan node, the latency of a MMORPG is reduced from 220ms to 85ms.

Three things that must be noted

1. Avoid frequent node switching: Changing IP in the middle of the game may cause account anomalies.
2. Prefer static IP: Dynamic IPs are good for web browsing, games require a stable connection
3. Concerned about traffic consumption: Massively multiplayer online games consume about 50-100MB of traffic per hour

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I do if I use a proxy and get stuck?
A：Check if HTTP proxy protocol is misused, and make sure the game supports SOCKS5. it is recommended to switch the nodes of different regions in ipipgo background to test.

Q: Can I use this method for mobile games?
A: Android users can set up through tools such as ProxyDroid, iOS need to use software such as Shadowrocket (the principle of setting up is the same as the PC side)

Q: Can I use the same IP for multiple devices?
A: ipipgo's residential proxy supports concurrent connections, but it is recommended that different devices use different ports to avoid conflicts

By reasonably configuring SOCKS5 proxy IPs, you can not only improve your gaming experience, but also avoid the impact of local network fluctuations. As a service provider with 90 million+ real residential IPs, ipipgo's global node coverage and all-protocol support features are especially suitable for gaming scenarios that require stable and low latency. Remember to find the most suitable node for your game server through the free trial first, and then use it for long-term binding for the best results.