Players are seeing different balances. What should I do? This is rare but can happen with very slow connections. Ask all players to pull-to-refresh or close and reopen the app. This forces a resync with the server. If the issue persists, the banker can check the transaction history to verify the correct amounts.
Players are seeing different balances. What should I do?
This is rare but can happen with very slow connections. Ask all players to pull-to-refresh or close and reopen the app. This forces a resync with the server. If the issue persists, the banker can check the transaction history to verify the correct amounts.
Detailed Answer
This is rare but fixable.
Immediate fix:
1. Ask all players to pull-to-refresh in the app
2. If that doesn't work, close and reopen the app
3. Rejoin the room — this forces a full resync
Why it happens:
If the issue persists:
1. Check the transaction history — it's the source of truth
2. The banker can compare the history against player balances
3. If there's a discrepancy, the banker can make a correction
4. All corrections are logged for transparency
Prevention:
Server-side truth: The server always has the correct state. Any discrepancy is a display issue that's resolved by resyncing with the server.
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How does real-time sync work?
Every transaction, balance change, and game event syncs instantly across all connected devices via our cloud infrastructure. When the banker processes a transaction, every player sees the updated balance on their screen within seconds.
What happens if my internet connection drops during a game?
If you briefly lose connection, PartyPot will automatically reconnect and sync any missed updates. Your data is saved on the server, so nothing is lost. If the banker loses connection, transactions will resume once they reconnect.
Can players rejoin a room if they disconnect?
Yes. If a player loses connection or closes the app, they can rejoin the same room using the original room code. Their balance and transaction history are preserved — nothing is lost.