VAL 43 is one of the pesky VALORANT errors that prevents you from booting up the game. As a result, you’ll be stuck on your Windows Desktop until you troubleshoot and get rid of this error. However, the game doesn’t particularly mention any methods to fix it, which is why we’ve got you covered with some easy ways to resolve the VALORANT VAL 43 error.
What causes the VAL 43 error in VALORANT?
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VAL 43 error usually appears when your system is unable to establish a proper connection with the VALORANT servers. In rare cases, you encounter this error when the game servers are down. To verify it, you can check the VALORANT server status to see if everything is working properly. If the problem is on Riot Games’ end, unfortunately, nothing you can do until the servers are backed up. However, if the status page doesn’t report any downtime, then we suggest implementing the following solutions.
All VALORANT VAL 43 error fixes
Restart your internet connection
The easiest way to counter the VAL 43 error is by simply restarting your WiFi router. Sometimes, a simple restart can troubleshoot temporary glitches that might be causing the error code to appear on the screen. The restart process roughly takes three minutes, so be patient while the router is doing its job. Once done, relaunch VALORANT and see if the issue is resolved.
Switch to LAN connection
Although WiFi technology is getting advanced day by day, it’s still recommended to use a wired or LAN connection if you’re a gamer. Not only does it resolve the high ping issue but it also helps you in fixing the VALORANT VAL 43 error. Typically, a LAN cable is provided by your Internet Service Provider but if you’ve lost it, you can order a new one by spending a few bucks.
Delete Temporary Files
Last but not least, let’s clean up those temporary files. These little buggers can sometimes cause conflicts with your game, so it’s best to get rid of them.
Open the ‘Run’ dialog box by pressing ‘Windows key + R,’
Enter ‘%temp%’ in the Run command box, press ‘Enter,’
Select all the files by pressing ‘Ctrl + A,’ and hit the ‘Delete’ button.
Reinstall VALORANT
Reinstalling the game might be your best bet if nothing else works. This makes sure you’re starting fresh with clean uncorrupted files.