Ground Branch Over The Network May 2026

To ensure a smooth "Over the Network" experience, focus on these three pillars:

Add an exception for GroundBranch.exe in Windows Defender to prevent blocked packets. GROUND BRANCH over the network

One player acts as the host. Great for quick co-op with friends, but if the host lags or crashes, the whole session is affected. To ensure a smooth "Over the Network" experience,

The gold standard for stability. You can rent these from providers or host your own using the GROUND BRANCH Dedicated Server tool on Steam. VPNs often increase your routing hops

While usable, VPNs often increase your routing hops, potentially raising your ping in a high-stakes tactical shooter. 💡 Tactical Tip