Network issues can prevent gamers from connecting to Valorant and enjoying the fun. Once such problem is error code 62 which indicates there’s something wrong with your network. If you’re on this page, this means you probably already encountered this error and you’re looking for a quick fix. Here’s everything we know about this error code.
Fixing Valorant Error 62
When this error appears on the screen, try restarting the game client, as Riot suggests. Additionally, we also suggest checking the Valorant service status. If the game servers are down, this might explain why you’re getting this error. Don’t forget to restart your modem/router.
But if this quick method failed to refresh the connection to the game servers, here’s what else you can do to fix it.
Fix 1 – Run the Internet troubleshooter
Let’s start with the solutions that require less effort and time. One of the first things that you can do is to run the Internet Connections troubleshooter.
To launch it, go to Settings > Update and security > Troubleshoot > Internet connections.
Then restart your computer and check if Valorant loads properly and connects to the game servers.
Fix 2 – Refresh your IP and flush the DNS
To use this solution, you need to launch Command Prompt as an administrator and then enter the following commends hitting Enter after each one:
- netsh winsock reset
- ipconfig /release
- netsh int ip reset
- ipconfig /renew
- ipconfig /flushdns
Fix 3 – Update the network drivers
Outdated network drivers could also trigger error 62. Obviously, the easiest and quickest solution is to simply check if there are any new drivers available and install them on your computer.
- Launch the Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X
- Right-click on your network adapter
- Select Update driver and wait until the new driver is installed
- Alternatively, you can click on Delete the driver software for this device
- Restart your computer so that Windows automatically reinstalls the latest driver.
Fix 4 – Change the network name and password
Simply changing your network’s name and password could help you solve connection issues. For detailed instructions on the steps to follow, check your router model and go to the official website of your router manufacturer. Go to the help page of the router model you own.
Speaking of modems and routers, make sure to install the latest firmware updates on your network devices.
These four simple and easy fixes should solve the problem for most users. However, if you’re still getting error 62, we suggest checking out Microsoft’s Support page on how to troubleshoot network connection issues.
We hope something helps.