Encountering the "Can't Connect to Host" error in *Ready or Not* can truly disrupt your gaming experience. While the developers work on a permanent solution, there are several immediate fixes you can try to get back into the action.
What Causes ‘Can’t Connect to Host’ Error in Ready Or Not
The "Can’t Connect to Host" error typically signifies a failure in connecting to the game's servers. This issue can stem from various sources such as poor internet connection, corrupted game files, version mismatches between the client and server, or interference from background applications. Identifying the exact cause can be challenging, but there are effective solutions to address this problem.
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How To Fix ‘Can’t Connect to Host’ in Ready or Not
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While the "Can’t Connect to Host" error in *Ready Or Not* can be frustrating, there are several straightforward solutions to get you back in the game:
Restart Your Game: If this is your first encounter with the error, a simple restart might resolve it. Consider closing and relaunching Steam or your game client to ensure a fresh start.
Verify Game Files: Corrupted or missing files often lead to errors. On Steam, navigate to your library, right-click on Ready Or Not, select Properties, then go to Installed Files and click on Verify Integrity of Game Files. This process may take a few minutes and could result in a small update.
Whitelist Ready Or Not: Although rare, Windows Firewall can sometimes block game connections. To whitelist Ready Or Not, go to Control Panel > System and Security > Windows Defender Firewall > Allowed apps, click on Allow another App, browse to the game's installation path, and adjust the settings accordingly.
Close VPN and other Background Apps: VPNs can both help and hinder your gaming experience. If you're using a VPN, try turning it off while playing Ready Or Not. Similarly, ensure that unnecessary background applications are closed to avoid potential conflicts.
Switch DX modes: If you suspect that launch options are causing the issue, consider changing the DirectX mode to see if it resolves the error.
Reinstall the Game: As a last resort, if nothing else works, perform a clean reinstall of Ready Or Not. Uninstall the game via Steam, manually delete any remaining files from the game folder, and clear out any residual files in the Local App Data folder (%localappdata% in the Windows Search Bar).
The "Can’t Connect To Host" error in *Ready Or Not* is undeniably frustrating, but with these fixes, you should be able to resolve the issue and continue enjoying your game.
*Ready or Not is available now for PC.*
