Capsavian
Chieftain
I've experimented in running a pitboss game on a laptop dedicated to being a pitboss server. It's got 2GB of RAM and is running Windows XP.
Problem is, it takes several minutes for players to load up their game with each turn. They can connect to the server within seconds, but upon choosing their leader and entering their password, the progress bar can take maybe 5-10 minutes, in middle ages or so, on a Huge map.
I know this is taxing on the computer (Huge map, 18 players, low sea level), but my question is: is this slow load time normal? Or do I need to explore upgrading/replacing my laptop "game server" so I can avoid having frustrated players?
How long does YOUR pitboss game take to download for users on Huge maps, later in the game?
Problem is, it takes several minutes for players to load up their game with each turn. They can connect to the server within seconds, but upon choosing their leader and entering their password, the progress bar can take maybe 5-10 minutes, in middle ages or so, on a Huge map.
I know this is taxing on the computer (Huge map, 18 players, low sea level), but my question is: is this slow load time normal? Or do I need to explore upgrading/replacing my laptop "game server" so I can avoid having frustrated players?
How long does YOUR pitboss game take to download for users on Huge maps, later in the game?