Connection Error
Riot Games Valorant
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
Connection Error means Valorant cannot connect to the Riot Games servers. This could be a server issue, a network problem, or a firewall blocking the connection. Check Riot server status and restart your router.
Affected Models
- PC (Windows 10)
- PC (Windows 11)
Common Causes
- Riot Games servers down or under maintenance
- Internet connection unstable
- Firewall or antivirus blocking Valorant
- DNS resolution failure
- ISP routing issue to Riot servers
How to Fix It
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Check Riot Games server status at status.riotgames.com.
If servers are down, wait for Riot to fix it.
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Restart your router.
Unplug for 30 seconds. This clears routing issues.
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Allow Valorant and Vanguard through your firewall.
Both VALORANT.exe and vgc.exe need firewall access.
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Try Google DNS (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1).
Bad DNS can prevent connection to Riot servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Valorant need a fast internet connection?
Not especially — Valorant uses very little bandwidth. But it is very sensitive to packet loss and jitter. A stable connection is more important than a fast one.
Can I use a VPN with Valorant?
Generally not recommended. Riot may flag VPN connections, and VPNs add latency. Some players use VPNs to reduce ping to specific server regions.