Since its launch, Run! Goddess has drawn considerable attention as the second major work promoted by Top Games Inc. Recently, the author has observed that the Run! Goddess community has actively communicated with players on a series of issues such as game lag and gameplay mechanisms. They have established a “Developer’s Note” as a bridge to respond to player feedback and gather suggestions for game optimization. This approach seems promising, not only showcasing developers’ sincerity, but also helping judge the priority of the problems that need to be fixed from a player-first perspective. As a result, it has prompted the author to reflect further.
Causes of Lag and Time Required for Fixes
Lag in games can stem from a variety of factors, including:
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Network latency leads to slow data transmission and a delay between player operations and server responses. This is common in FPS and MMO titles, where it can affect character movement and skill/bullet hit registration.
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Unstable internet connection, leading to frequent fluctuations that affect game smoothness.
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Insufficient performance of the gaming device, which cannot smoothly run game special effects, etc., causing freezes. In high-resolution and high-frame-rate games like Honor of Kings (Arena Of Valor), players may need to lower graphics settings to avoid lag.
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Memory overload, where the game demands more RAM than is available, causing excessive loading and stutters. Insufficient storage can also slow things down, especially if the device struggles to read/write data quickly.
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The game device runs too much in the background, taking up too many resources and squeezing the space for the game to run.
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Server overload during peak hours, affecting response times.
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Poor server optimisation or server-side issues leading to freezes and delays.
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Compatibility issues between the game and certain devices or operating systems.
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Overheating, which may trigger performance throttling. According to player feedback, Run! Goddess has encountered such overheating issues, which in turn caused lag and affected smoothness.
Investigation shows that the time required for game developers to deal with lag varies mainly depending on complexity.
For short-term emergency measures or minor network problems, fixes may be deployed within a few days. But, more extensive problems, like optimising client-side performance or reducing server load, can take one to several weeks, even months. For occasional bugs that are difficult to reproduce, the repair cycle will be longer.
Furthermore, considering the actual situation, developers typically assess the impact of an issue before scheduling fixes. In this way, lower-priority bugs might remain unresolved for extended periods.
Run! Goddess Lag Fixes & Gameplay Adjustments
No.1 Overheating and Stuttering
Judging by actions on official channels, the Run! Goddess team hasn’t dodged or downplayed reports of overheating and lag. Instead, they’ve responded directly and transparently, confirming that active optimisation is underway.
Players noted substantial improvements in lag and device heating following a version update in early June. The development team also announced plans to continue refining performance until Run! Goddess is fully optimised for various mobile devices. More recently, updates have brought further improvements to game stuttering, lag, device overheating, and battery consumption.
All of this suggests that the team is treating lag seriously and has delivered meaningful fixes in a relatively short time frame.
No.2 Gameplay-Related Optimisations
After reviewing recent feedback on the official Run! Goddess community channels, the following adjustments stand out:
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Alliance Interface Optimisation
Players had found the sliding interface of “Alliance” inconvenient to operate. So, the Run! Goddess team has since reorganised it into a single-screen layout, eliminating the need for left-right swipes that previously hampered navigation.
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Enhancing Alliance Features
In response to declining interest in alliance gameplay, Run! Goddess developers have introduced new mechanics. Currently, the alliance feature has many functions and gameplay, such as:
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Alliance Help: Members can help each other reduce Armory Box upgrade times.
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Donation: Free contributions to gain rewards.
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Bargain: Invite allies to help bargain for lower prices on important items. Participants earn Honour Coins.
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War Demon Invasion: Members can sign up to battle bosses and earn rewards.
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Alliance Shop: Use Honour Coins to redeem items.
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Team Dungeons: Share team-up links for Bio-Beast Frenzy directly in alliance chat to streamline coordination.
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Supply Pack Sharing: Share and claim supply packs via the alliance chat channel.
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Server Population Issues
To address low player counts on certain servers, the development team quickly introduced server merger plans to increase activity levels and engagement.
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Arena Combat Duration & Rewards
Developers have balanced Arena matches by applying equal buffs to both sides, increasing battle pace, and preventing drawn-out encounters. It can avoid situations where the winner cannot be determined within 2 minutes in high-level battles.
Why Fixing Lag Matters for Run! Goddess
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Protecting the Player Experience
Lag disrupts control, breaks immersion, and leads to frustration.
Especially in competitive games, real-time combat, and multiplayer games, lag affects playability, interrupts progress, and creates negative emotions of “losing to the server.” For example, Run Goddess’s “Freedom Arena” and “Dimensional Competition”.
After their developers dealt with lag, the smoothness of combat was improved, thereby ensuring player satisfaction.
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Retention and Reputation
Persistent lag or bugs can drive players away. Timely fixes not only help retain users but also enhance engagement with in-game events. A smoother experience encourages players to stay active and reduce user churn. In addition, unresolved issues can damage the game’s public image, whereas responsive action boosts users’ trust in the developers’ professionalism and responsiveness, which is vital for brand reputation.
When players encounter frequent lags or other bugs, they tend to churn. Timely fixes can help win back users. A smooth experience can encourage players to participate in activities, maintain their willingness to be active, and reduce user churn. In addition, serious problems may lead to negative reviews of the game, and timely fixes can reflect the development team’s responsiveness and professionalism, which is crucial to maintaining the brand image.
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Reducing Risk & Improving Product Design
Fixing issues promptly helps prevent them from escalating into crashes or large-scale failures, thereby reducing long-term technical debt and maintenance costs. It will lay the foundation for the stability of subsequent content expansion. Additionally, developers like the Run! Goddess team can gather data and feedback that may reveal hidden design flaws or device compatibility issues. Then, provide precise insights for technical improvements and smarter game optimisation strategies.
