You can check ping in 2 ways for example:ġ- Start a game of HOI4 and put it on Speed 4. Maybe if the mods are really big, but even then I doubt they cause the issue. So mods arent playing a part in this? I know my internet isnt the best rn Even if the internet itself is good, this delay can simply be too big to overcome.
So if you speed up the game, the game is more likely to desync and thus corrupt. If for instance you live in NY (USA) and your friend in Delhi (India), you will have a huge ping between the both of you. By having good internet and living somewhat nearby: low ping and a stable connection.