Apex Legends "unable to connect to server" error: Possible fixes, reasons, and more

Modified Apr 28, 2024 08:17 GMT

A fresh wave of the Apex Legends "unable to connect to server" error has plagued the players, leaving them flustered as the last week of the Apex games is slowly closing in. With weeks worth of Breakout challenges to complete and numerous Battle Pass challenges still left untouched, time is precious, and the "unable to connect to server" error has been quite a hindrance to gamers.

This article will explore all the possible fixes you can implement to bypass this error and quickly get back to grinding for the Reactive Flatline skin and the Battle Pass for Season 20.

NOTE: The fixes mentioned below may not work for everyone. However, it is worth trying until the developers officially release a patch.

Possible fixes for "unable to connect to server" error in Apex Legends

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Unless it is the launch of a new season, or the mid-season patch, the "unable to connect to server" error in Apex Legends is primarily a client-side error. Here are some fixes you can easily implement to mitigate this issue and get back into your grinding boots:

1) Check your internet connection

If you're experiencing a faulty internet connection, it is the primary cause of this connection error. Minor disruptions in your connectivity could lead to consecutive disconnection from your game and inevitably land with an abandon penalty.

First and foremost, check whether your internet connection is stable, and then further examine whether its connectivity with your computer or your console is functioning without any issues.

In case you use wireless connectivity to play multiplayer games such as Apex Legends, we urge you to shift to an ethernet connection. Wireless connectivity is notorious for causing network disruptions in multiplayer games where the game is extremely sensitive to your connectivity to its servers.

If everything is in order even after these changes, you can try out our other fixes.

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2) Verify the integrity of game files

Oftentimes, there are corrupted files in your core game files, which lead to unexpected errors in the game. While you might apply temporary fixes to bypass the issue, the root cause will always be left untreated.

There might be corrupted game files in your Apex Legends directory due to numerous mishaps, such as power outages, network outages, and so on. To mitigate this issue, simply verify the integrity of your game files from your respective launcher.

Possible reasons for "unable to connect to server" error in Apex Legends

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The Apex Legends "unable to connect to server" error primarily pops up during the launch of the new season, or the mid-season patch, when traffic is at its highest. During such time frames, it is entirely a server-side problem and is often resolved with a hotfix from the developers' side.

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However, if you're experiencing this issue in the middle of the season, netizens believe that it is client-sided. Our recommended fixes will help you bypass this error for the most part. If the problem persists, we urge you to contact Respawn Entertainment and EA and consult them to troubleshoot this error.

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