Study Reveals Nearly All Game Lag Issues Due To Player Anyway

DALLAS, TX — According to a groundbreaking study by the Institute For Computer Game Design, nearly all issues related to lag, latency, and other connectivity problems in video games can be traced back to one main source: the player.

"We hear over and over again from poll respondents that complaints of lag in their video games are almost never caused by the game's servers or other technical issues—it's almost 100% the fault of the player," said lead researcher Walker Peterson. "It turns out most players are using substandard equipment or have completely forgotten to pay their internet bill. And let's not forget those courageous souls playing on vintage consoles they found in their parents' attic!"

Peterson further explained, "You'd think folks might consider upgrading hardware or rebooting their router before unleashing a tirade about the game's coding, but apparently existential dread over lagging video games is far more compelling than, say, common sense."

The study also revealed alarming statistics: 87% of respondents admitted to using Wi-Fi in the kitchen, while expertly balancing a full plate of nachos and a soda—conveniently forgetting that their connection drops the moment the microwave heats up their leftovers.

As the findings gained traction, gamers across the globe are now urging each other to investigate their setups rather than immediately blaming their favorite game for crushing their dreams of online glory. After all, no one likes being that player in the lobby—just remember, it's probably not the game; it's you.