04/25/2023 Widespread Server Issues (Crashing/Freezing)

Posted by Steve

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 9:38 PM

Edit 15:16:00 EST - The issue is confirmed to be related to Overwolf. It is suggested that players close Overwolf while Riot works on the problem. This issue was also recorded during the 6.08 PBE patch.

To avoid issues with AFK penalties or lost RR, please avoid playing matches for the time being until all details are known!

VALORANT is currently experiencing widespread server/technical issues. Initial reports show that this includes client freezing, crashing, and disconnects. If you have information about this issue, why it occurs, or when it occurs, feel free to share in the comments. Things like region, gamemode, etc. are helpful.

Please be aware that we may make exceptions to our Technical Support Rule when issues affect a larger number of players. Repeat posts on this event may be removed as reposts and directed here.

^(For bug reports, you can make a comment in our stickied bug megathread. For technical support, please contact Riot Support or use /r/ValorantTechSupport. Thanks!)

References

  • https://www.reddit.com/r/VALORANT/comments/12yrt7r/04252023_widespread_server_issues_crashingfreezing/
  • https://reddit.com/12yrt7r

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