How to Fix Lost Connection to Game Server in Overwatch 2

It is time to showcase your Play of the Game-worthy clips as Blizzard’s Overwatch 2 is now available and is free-to-play. However, some problems can might ruin your game performance, such as the prevalent issue of disconnecting suddenly in-game.

We all know that frequent disconnection might lead to unnecessary consequences like suspension of your Overwatch 2 account. Fortunately, we can help you solve your problems to avoid Overwatch 2 server connection errors in the game and return to a normal state.

Check your Connection Status

• Before opening the game, you must check your Internet Connection if you are connected or not, or else you cannot log inside the game. To do that, you must go to Network and Internet settings to see if you are connected.
• You can also check if the Airplane mode is on; this will prevent you from connecting to your network and can cause wireless interference. If you're using a wireless connection, connect your computer directly to the router to have a stable connection.
• Check on Blizzard’s official website if Overwatch 2 is undergoing maintenance. If so, then you cannot connect to the game.

When you're connected to the internet and the Overwatch servers online, it may be a sign that you're game has corrupted files. The safest method is to uninstall the game and download Overwatch from Blizzard.

Reset Your Internet Network Device

If checking your internet connection status does not solve your problem, then the next fix is to try resetting your network devices instead:

1. Turn off all computer devices connected to your connection. Plug out your router for a minute, then plug it on again to reset your network.
2. After your modem is completely booted up, you can finally see indicator lights blinking from your internet modem. That indicates a stable connection for your network.
3. Once that is done, you can set up your computer and connect it to the router directly. Now you can launch Overwatch 2 without the risk of disconnection and network lags.

Resetting your internet networking device is also a great way to fix any high ping issues in Overwatch 2.

Update your Network Driver to Fix Lost connection

An outdated Network Driver cannot launch Overwatch 2 properly. Here are the steps to update your driver to run Overwatch 2 smoothly:

1. Go to windows and select Device Manager.
2. Once you’re in, right-click your Network Driver and select Update.

   
   

1. After that, click Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software and wait for a few seconds. Your computer will automatically search the newest version for your network software.
2. Then Select Update.

Change Adapter Settings

If the issue persists, then you can fix lost connection to game server Overwatch 2 by changing your DNS server. Here are the steps to change your DNS server.

Method 1

1. Go to Command Prompt and run it as administrator.

   
   

1. Type in ipconfig/release and press enter.
2. Wait for the ipconfig release message and type ipconfig/renew.
3. Once your IP Address is re-established on your server, type ipconfig/flushdns.
4. Close the command prompt and try a new connection.

Method 2

1. Type Control Panel and click view network status and tasks, then change adapter settings.
2. Then, right click your current network and select properties.
3. Once a pop window appears, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and configure the general setting.
4. There, click Obtain an IP Address and select the following DNS Server addresses. That should fix lost connection to game. Following these steps can launch Overwatch 2 without hassle.

Close Any Existing Applications in the Background

Launching Overwatch 2 while there are other applications in the background can be troublesome as it can cause Overwatch to lose connection to the game and interference with your network. In general, it's a good idea not to run RAM-heavy applications when you're playing competitive mode in Overwatch 2.

To fix the problem, follow these steps:

• Be sure to close any applications you do not use every time.
• If your computer doesn’t allow you to close any applications, then press Ctrl+Alt+Del to open the task manager.
• Go to the Startup tab above with the other options to Disable other applications that require a network connection.
• If all else fails, you can restart your computer to close any existing applications.

Activate Overwatch 2 on your Computer’s Firewall

Players sometimes experience the same problem where they have a stable connection but still get a red text stating “Unexpected Server Error Occurred” in Overwatch 2. Your internet firewall may be the cause of that problem.

The Windows Firewall prevents your application from receiving network-related threats to ensure your computer's security if activated. the next fix is adding Overwatch 2 to your firewall will open the game smoothly.

1. First, you must go to Windows Security settings.
2. Second, click on “Firewall and Network Protection” and proceed.
3. Once you’re in the settings, click on Allow an app through firewall and browse Overwatch 2 files from the list. This will allow your firewall to accept Overwatch 2 to access the internet.
4. If the file you clicked does not contain your Overwatch 2 application, you can manually select Change Settings to add the game’s executable file to the firewall.

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