GameWith, Inc. begins offering a fixed IP service to users of the "GameWith Hikari" gaming line!

GameWith, Inc. has started providing a fixed IP service to subscribers of "GameWith Hikari 1G" and"10G", an Internet service for gamers, on Thursday, January 9, 2025.

Background of the Service Launch

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The number of online game players has been increasing in recent years, and according to a GameWith survey, about 85% of gamers play games online.

GameWith has recognized the need for a fixed IP address to play online games, as well as the desire to open their own servers and invite other players to play. GameWith Hikari," an optical fiber service specialized for gamers, has launched a new service that enables the use of IPv4 fixed addresses (IPv4 OverIPv6 (IPIP method)).

Service Outline

• Name: Fixed IP Service
• Date of service launch: January 9, 2025 (Thursday) 10:00~.
• Terms of use: GameWith Hikari 1G and 10G subscribers

Fixed IP service cannot be used independently. A router supporting Fixed IP (IPIP method) is required to use this service. Please refer to each manufacturer's website for details. Fixed IP is standard for GameWith Hikari Pro.

Charge (GameWith Hikari 1G&10G)

• Monthly fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
• Initial fee: 0 yen (tax included)
• Contract fee: 0 yen (tax included)

Advantages of Using Fixed IP Service

There are three major advantages to using a fixed IP service when playing online games. Let's look at them one by one.

No limit to the number of ports

The first is that using a fixed IP address allows you to use up to 65,535 ports, the maximum number of ports, because address translation is not performed. In situations with a large number of simultaneous connections, such as playing a game while using an external chat tool and watching a streaming video, there is a possibility of game delays or disconnections. This is because IPoE (IPv4 over IPv6) uses shared IPv4 addresses, which limits the number of ports and port numbers that can be used. This limitation can be eliminated by using a fixed IP service, which may be useful information for those who are already distributing their services in real life.

Port opening can also be supported.

Second, in addition to fixed IPv4 addresses, port numbers are no longer restricted, making it possible to open ports. With variable IP address services, the IP address may change each time. In addition, IPoE has restrictions on the port numbers that can be used, making it impossible to open the necessary ports for some games. By using a fixed IP service, you will be able to enjoy games that require port openness to the fullest.

However, there is a concern that opening ports may pose a security risk. We do not recommend that you open ports, so please do so with caution and at your own risk.

Operating a public server

Third, you can use your own PC as a public server. When setting up a home server and playing with friends, a fixed IP address saves players the trouble of checking the IP address each time they connect, allowing them to enjoy the game more smoothly. For some online games, a home server allows you to do more in-game activities, and for distributors, it may be possible to make game distribution more exciting by allowing viewers to access the server.

For more information on GameWith Hikari gaming line, please visit each official website (Pro, 10G, 1G ).