Game monitoring with PRTG
More gaming, less frustration: Banish lag and conquer the digital realm with high speed
- Uncover hidden performance bottlenecks that hold you back
- Optimize your network for lightning-fast responsiveness
- Transform your setup into a finely-tuned gaming machine
Our users give top ratings for monitoring with Paessler PRTG
PRTG game monitoring: What you’ll find on this page
Win the secret weapon for world domination with PRTG game monitoring
Lag is the archenemy of gamers everywhere; it’s the boss-fight nobody wants. Every millisecond your packets take can determine if you carry the squad or if you drop the ball.
Whether you're battling for supremacy in Fortnite, strategizing in League of Legends, or pulling off precise headshots in Counter-Strike, lag can be the difference between victory and defeat.
Enter Paessler PRTG’s game monitoring, your ultimate ally in the quest for gaming perfection. Your next victory awaits – are you ready to level up your monitoring game?
PRTG makes game performance monitoring as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent bandwidth bottlenecks and other issues that impact the performance of your games.
4 reasons serious gamers choose PRTG as their game monitoring tool
Elevate ping time to lightning speed
Your data packets are messengers racing between the video game on your PC and the game server. Ping time measures how long this round trip takes.
For a smooth gaming experience, you're aiming for 20 milliseconds or less – that's faster than the blink of an eye! Once you hit 150ms or more, screens freeze, connections drop, and frustration mounts. PRTG is your tank man, clearing out the baddies for faster gaming.
Widen your bandwidth pipeline
Modern games are bandwidth and data-hungry monsters that can rival in-game bosses. With PRTG game monitoring sensors acting as your personal network watchdogs and companions, you can happily slay the bad guy while they monitor your connection’s speed, latency, and stability.
Is your roommate's Netflix binge sabotaging your Call of Duty session? PRTG unveils the truth, allowing you to optimize your network for gaming supremacy.
Stop gaming data from going MIA
Battles are won and lost on single pieces of information – and packets are your mission-critical messengers. Packet loss occurs when data fails to reach its destination, leading to stuttering gameplay, out-of-sync actions, and that dreaded rubber-banding effect.
PRTG's advanced sensors can track packet loss in real time, helping you identify whether the issue lies with your local network, your internet service provider, or the game servers themselves.
Push your hardware rig to the limit
Even the most stable internet connection can't compensate for underpowered hardware. PRTG's suite of WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) and SNMP sensors keeps a vigilant eye on your gaming rig's vital signs.
Whether AMD or Intel, keep a watch on your CPU usage. Monitor your Nvidia or AMD graphics card to squeeze out more FPS from your GPU for a better user experience.
What game monitoring looks like in PRTG
Diagnose network issues by continuously tracking the health and performance of your hardware and Wi-Fi internet connection or LAN. Show response times, CPU load, memory usage, bandwidth, latency, packet loss, and other key performance metrics in real time. Visualize monitoring data in clear graphs and dashboards to identify problems more easily. Gain the overview you need to troubleshoot network performance issues that can impact your gaming experience.
Device tree view of the complete monitoring setup
Preconfigured Ping v2 sensor in PRTG
Custom PRTG dashboard for keeping an eye on the entire IT infrastructure
Start gaming infrastructure monitoring with PRTG and see how it can make your network more reliable and your job easier.
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Not just game monitoring – get the full monitoring package with PRTG
Comprehensive visibility
PRTG doesn't just focus on one aspect of your gaming setup – it provides a holistic view of your entire ecosystem. From network performance to hardware metrics, you'll have a command center worthy of an e-sports champion.
Real-time notifications
Why wait for lag to ruin your gaming session? PRTG's customizable alerting system notifies you of potential issues before they become game-breaking problems. Set up notifications via email, SMS, or even integrate with your favorite chat platforms like Discord.
Historical data & trend analysis
PRTG doesn't just show you what's happening now – it helps you spot patterns over time. Identify recurring issues, optimize your setup based on peak usage times, and make data-driven decisions to enhance your gaming experience.
Cross-platform monitoring
Whether you're a PC gaming enthusiast, a console warrior on PlayStation or Xbox (needs custom API integrations), or dabbling in cloud gaming services, PRTG game monitoring has you covered. Monitor your entire gaming ecosystem from a single, unified dashboard.
Scalability for growing gamers
Start with the free version of PRTG, perfect for monitoring your personal gaming setup. As your needs grow – perhaps you're streaming or running a small gaming server – PRTG scales effortlessly to meet your evolving requirements.
Your game monitor at a glance – even on the go
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PRTG makes game performance monitoring as easy as it gets
Custom alerts and data visualization let you quickly identify and prevent bandwidth bottlenecks and other issues that impact the performance of your games.
Game monitoring: FAQ
Can PRTG help me troubleshoot issues with game servers?
Yes! PRTG's network monitoring capabilities allow you to track the performance of your connection to game servers as well as issues with hardware health. This can help you differentiate between local issues and server-side problems, allowing you to make informed decisions about which servers to connect to for the best experience.
Does PRTG work with all types of games?
PRTG is game-agnostic, meaning it can monitor your system and network performance regardless of the specific titles you're playing. Whether you're into fast-paced FPS games, MMORPGs, or strategy games, PRTG provides valuable insights to enhance your gaming experience.
How does PRTG compare to gaming-specific monitoring tools like MSI Afterburner?
While tools like MSI Afterburner focus primarily on hardware performance (especially GPUs), PRTG offers a more comprehensive monitoring solution. It combines hardware metrics with network performance, giving you a complete picture of your gaming environment. Many serious gamers use PRTG alongside gaming-specific tools for the most detailed insights.
Is PRTG suitable for both casual and competitive gamers?
PRTG caters to a wide range of users. Casual gamers can benefit from its easy-to-use interface and basic monitoring features, while competitive players and aspiring e-sports athletes can dive deep into advanced metrics and fine-tuning their setups for maximum performance.
In the competitive world of online gaming, knowledge is power. PRTG arms you with the data and insights needed to optimize your gaming experience, troubleshoot issues quickly, and stay one step ahead of the competition. Whether you're battling lag, fine-tuning your hardware, or simply striving for the smoothest possible gameplay, PRTG is the monitoring tool that serious gamers trust.
What is a sensor in PRTG?
In PRTG, “sensors” are the basic monitoring elements. One sensor usually monitors one measured value in your network, for example the traffic of a switch port, the CPU load of a server, or the free space on a disk drive.
On average, you need about 5-10 sensors per device or one sensor per switch port.
PRTG: The multi-tool for sysadmins
Adapt PRTG individually and dynamically to your needs and rely on a strong API:- HTTP API: Access monitoring data and manipulate monitoring objects via HTTP requests
- Custom sensors: Create your own PRTG sensors for customized monitoring
- Custom notifications: Create your own notifications and send action triggers to external systems
- REST Custom sensor: Monitor almost everything that provides data in XML or JSON format
Paessler conducted trials in over 600 IT departments worldwide to tune its network monitoring software closer to the needs of sysadmins. We asked: would you recommend PRTG?
Over 95% of our customers say yes!
The result of the survey: over 95% of the participants would recommend PRTG – or already have.
Paessler PRTG is used by companies of all sizes. Sysadmins love PRTG because it makes their job a whole lot easier. Bandwidth, servers, virtual environments, websites, VoIP services – PRTG keeps an eye on your entire network. Everyone has different monitoring needs. That’s why we let you try PRTG for free.Still not convinced?
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