Question 1

How to implement rollback netcode in Unity?

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Check the README for resources like the BestoNet library or articles on Delta Rollback, which provide C# examples and optimizations for Unity, though you'll need to adapt the code yourself as it's not a plug-and-play solution.

Question 2

What's the best networking library for Godot?

Accepted Answer

The list includes options like Snopek's Rollback Netcode addon and Delta Rollback, which are tailored for Godot, but the choice depends on your game's needs for performance versus ease of use, as detailed in the Libraries section.

Question 3

Rollback netcode or delay-based netcode which is better?

Accepted Answer

Resources like 'Explaining Delay-based and Rollback Netcode' explain that rollback reduces input lag for fast-paced games, while delay-based is simpler but less responsive; the best choice depends on your game genre and latency tolerance.

Question 4

How can I simulate network lag for testing my game?

Accepted Answer

Use tools listed such as clumsy for Windows or netem for Linux to simulate packet loss and latency, as mentioned in the Tools section, allowing you to debug under realistic conditions.

Question 5

What's the difference between client-server and peer-to-peer models for games?

Accepted Answer

Articles like 'Don't use Lockstep in RTS games' compare trade-offs: client-server offers better security and scalability, while peer-to-peer can reduce latency but requires more complex synchronization.

Question 6

Is there a good tutorial on client-side prediction for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes, resources like Gabriel Gambetta's 'Fast-Paced Multiplayer' article provide step-by-step explanations with pseudocode, but it assumes some prior networking knowledge and isn't engine-specific.

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