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Lag Compensation Specification

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Agent Prompt Snippet
Ensure the project has a lag compensation specification defining the sync model (rollback vs. interpolation), reconciliation algorithm, and maximum latency thresholds.

Purpose

A lag compensation specification documents the network synchronization model (rollback netcode, snapshot interpolation, or lockstep), the reconciliation algorithm, maximum tolerated latency thresholds, and client prediction behavior for a playable multiplayer experience.

This is a Recommended document for multiplayer video game projects.

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