Battlefield 6 "Can't connect to EA servers" error: Possible fixes and reasons

The Battlefield 6 Open Beta Early Access is live, and even before matchmaking started on Steam, over 100,000 players were in queue. Unfortunately, it seems many players have run into the "Can't connect to EA servers" error, preventing them from joining the game.

Here’s everything you need to know about this problem and the possible fixes that might help you connect to the game.

Note: The solutions listed in this article serve as workarounds and may not work for everyone. If you are still unable to connect, reach out to the EA tech support team for assistance.

How to potentially fix the Battlefield 6 "Can't connect to EA servers" error

This connection issue is most likely caused by server overload, as a huge number of players are attempting to join the Battlefield 6 Open Beta simultaneously. However, it could also be a problem with your internet connection or local network settings. Here are some of the methods to potentially fix the issue:

Check your internet connection

Check your internet speed and stability (Image via Ookla)

Start by checking if your internet connection is stable. Visit a net speed tracking platform to check your download and upload speeds and latency. Also, check for packet loss, which often causes disconnection issues. If your connection seems unstable or slow, reach out to your internet service provider.

Verify game files

Verifying files on Steam (Image via Valve)

Sometimes, broken or missing game files could result in unexpected errors. Here's how to verify your game files on Steam:

Go to your Steam Library.
Right-click on Battlefield 6 and select Properties.
Go to the Installed Files tab.
Click Verify integrity of game files.

File verification could take several minutes to complete. Once done, restart the Steam Client and try launching the game again.

Allow the game on Windows Firewall

Windows Firewall might block Battlefield 6 from connecting to the internet. Here's how to manually allow the game via Control Panel:

Open Control Panel.
Go to System and Security.
Click Windows Defender Firewall.
On the left, click the "Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall" option.
Click Change settings and Allow another app.
Browse and add all the .exe files related to the game.
Checked all the files for both Private and Public networks
Click OK and close the window.

Reset your internet connection

Resetting your IP and DNS-related settings could help fix any network-related problems. Paste the following commands in the Command Prompt as an Administrator:

ipconfig /release
ipconfig /flushdns
ipconfig /renew
netsh int ip reset
netsh winsock reset

Restart your PC after running all of these commands.

Check EA server status

As mentioned, this issue is most likely from the server side. Visit the official EA Server Status page to check if the Battlefield 6 Open Beta servers are down. Also, keep an eye on the game's official social media channels to stay updated. See if the developers have acknowledged any outage or ongoing issues.

That’s everything you can try to fix the Battlefield 6 "Can’t connect to EA servers" error. If none of the steps work, try reinstalling, especially if you pre-loaded the game.

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