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A gaming VPN is a virtual private network (VPN) with features that are particularly useful for multiplayer gaming, like a fast internet speed, stable connection, and low lag. In addition to these general gaming VPN features, NordVPN also comes with Meshnet — a tool that lets you create virtual networks for LAN gaming over the internet with your friends.
A no-lag VPN is a VPN that won’t cause your online games to jitter due to high latency. Latency is the delay between you pressing a button and game servers acknowledging your action. It’s measured in ping — the lower your ping, the better your gaming experience. Gamers are always on the lookout for a zero-lag VPN to boost online security without causing high ping.
Your multiplayer game will feel smooth as butter below 50 ms, but you’ll start noticing real lag at 150 ms or above. You can check your VPN connection with the OpenSpeedTest tool — try connecting to different server locations to find the best VPN country for you. With over 5700 ultra-fast VPN servers, NordVPN is as close to a true no-lag VPN that you can get.
Want to learn more about connection speed and online gaming? Read our article on internet speed for gaming.Local area network (LAN) gaming lets friends enjoy fast-paced multiplayer action in private matches. Many classic and current games support LAN play, but setting up LAN sessions over the internet can be quite tricky. Normally, you have two options:
Get direct internet access with a public IP address on your gaming device, which is not commonly offered by ISPs
Set up port forwarding on your router, which requires some technical expertise and requires the router owner’s permission (in rented properties)
But there’s now a third option. Meshnet lets you play multiplayer LAN without any complicated setup. Simply create a private encrypted network, invite your Meshnet buddies, and let loose. No muss, no fuss, no lag — just gaming in its purest form.
NordVPN isn’t just for your gaming PC. Install NordVPN on your Wi-Fi router to protect your gaming experience on the Nintendo Switch, Oculus Quest, Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox, and any other home console you own — or simply get a wireless VPN router with NordVPN pre-installed. This way, you’ll be able to avoid bandwidth throttling and enjoy encryption-powered security on unlimited devices.
Get a VPN that meets all your gaming needs.
Compatibility with every device
With NordVPN, you can protect your computer, phone, and even your router. Installing a VPN on your router lets you enjoy private internet access on unlimited devices — including every internet-connected gaming console you own.
No speed limits
NordVPN provides the fastest VPN experience on the planet with unlimited bandwidth, making it one of the best VPNs for gaming. Gain access to secure gaming without perceptibly impacting your network speed.
Huge number of servers
With over 5700 ultra-fast NordVPN servers in 60 countries, you can easily switch locations, avoid congestion, and try out different regional leagues.
Unparalleled security
NordVPN provides state-of-the-art encryption for all of your online traffic and packs extra security features like Threat Protection, Kill Switch, and Dark Web Monitor.
 Number of VPN servers: | 5700+ in 60 countries |
 Protocols: | NordLynx, IKEv2/IPSec, OpenVPN |
 Data privacy: | No logs of your activities |
 Active devices per account: | 6 |
 Extra security features: | Threat Protection, Kill Switch, Dark Web Monitor, Meshnet, split tunneling |
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