Port Forwarding eFootball PES 2023: How to Open Ports Behind CGNAT  

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  • 31 January 2025
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eFootball PES 2023 is a fun soccer game with realistic play that involves physics, tactics, and intense online matches. Playing eFootball PES 2023 online is exciting, but port forwarding routers can be a good trick to stabilize the network connection.

This guide explains how you can open ports for eFootball to smooth out connections even if your ISP performs CGNAT.

What is Port Forwarding?

Opening ports on your router lets your game talk directly to the game's server. This makes online games like eFootball PES 2023, Call Of Duty, and Destiny 2 run better and have a stable internet connection.

Before You Forward a Port  

You need to know the following before opening ports for any game and application: 

  • The IP address of your router 
  • The IP address of your device (computer or console)
  • Port numbers (UDP and TCP)

Default Ports for eFootball PES 2023 

To set up port forwarding for eFootball PES 2023, you must configure the following default ports.

PC – Windows

TCP: 27015-27030,27036-27037

UDP: 4380, 5730-5731, 5739, 27000-27031, 27036

PlayStation 4

TCP: 1935, 3478-3480

UDP: 3074, 3478-3479, 5730-5731, 5739

Xbox One

TCP: 3074

UDP: 88, 500, 3074, 3544, 4500, 5730-5731, 5739

How to Open Ports for eFootball PES 2023

Follow these steps for  port forwarding eFootball PES 2023 on your router:

  1. First, log in to your router. Open a web browser and type your router's IP address (e.g., 192.168.0.1).
  2. Enter the admin username and password to access the router settings.
  3. Now find the Port Forwarding section by navigating to the "Port Forwarding" or "Virtual Server" tab in your router settings.
  4. Add a new rule for eFootball PES 2023 by inputting the following details:
  • Service Name: eFootball PES 2023
  • Protocol: Choose TCP, UDP, or both.
  • External Ports: Enter the ports required for the game.
  • Internal Ports: Match these with the external ports.
  • Device IP Address: Enter your gaming device's local IP.

5. Save the rule.

6. Restart your router to apply the changes and ensure the new settings take effect.

Why is opening ports behind CGNAT an issue?  

Most ISPs (internet service providers) perform CGNAT (Carrier-Grade NAT) to save IPv4 addresses and prevent network congestion. This allows ISPs to share a single, public IP among multiple users who are connected to the same network as you are and stops anyone from opening ports. As a result, online gaming faces connectivity issues, as it can't create inbound connections due to a lack of direct access to unique internal IPs.

How to Open Ports on Routers Behind CGNAT

Using PureVPN's Port Forwarding add-on and a dedicated IP, you can bypass CGNAT and set up port forwarding on multiple routers (AT&T Fiber, Verizon Fios, Google Fiber, CenturyLink, and Optimum). This helps improve your connection for games like World of Tanks and Call of Duty: Modern Warzone

Just follow these easy steps:

  1. Login to the PureVPN member area.
  2. Click the subscription tab.
  3. Click Configure.
  4. Apply your desired port settings.
  5. Click Apply settings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Does eFootball PES 2023 need both TCP and UDP ports?

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    Both TCP and UDP numbers are required for a smooth online experience.

  • What happens if I don't forward ports for eFootball PES 2023?

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    You may face connectivity issues, matchmaking issues, or disconnections if you can't open ports on your router for a specific game.

  • Can port forwarding improve the eFootball PES 2023 server connection?

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    Yes, it helps connect to game servers faster.

  • Can I test if my eFootball PES 2023 port forwarding is working?

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    Yes, you can Google search Port Checker to see the ports that are open.

In Summary

Enjoy eFootball PES 2023 with smoother online matches and reduced connection issues using PureVPN's port forwarding add-on, which allows you to bypass CGNAT and quickly open the required ports. You can port forward games like eFootball PES 2023, FIFA 23, Call of Duty: Warzone, Fortnite, and more in just a few clicks.