Overwatch - Failed to Connect to Server

Updated: 6 months ago
Article ID: 115713
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Common Problems

What to do if you receive a "Failed to Connect to Server" error in Overwatch

If you received Failed to Connect to server while playing, this indicates you were unable to connect to a game specific server. You will want to work through the following steps:

  1. Close Overwatch and check for updates
  2. Restart your computer before doing any other troubleshooting. This can resolve many program conflicts and other temporary issues
  3. Optimize your internet connection. Your current setup may have issues impacting gameplay

If the previous troubleshooting steps didn't resolve the problem, you can ask the Blizzard player community for help on the tech support forums (if available) or other community gaming sites. Local computer or network technicians may also be able to help if you've exhausted all other resources.