How to fix the Palworld incompatible version error

Playing Palworld with my friends is the best part of the game, even in the early access period. However, I've run into problems when updates are released, causing an incompatible version of Palworld error code, so here is how to fix it.

Palworld - 'The match you are trying to join is running an incompatible version of the game' Solution

The best way to resolve the 'match you are trying to join is running an incompatible version of the game' error in Palworld is to update your game. The error occurs when playing an outdated version of the game and trying to connect with a friend who has updated their game. Here is how to update your game on PC and Xbox.

Related: Palworld ‘prevented from playing multiplayer’ error fixes

• Xbox
  • Close Palworld and go to the home screen.
  • Go to My Games and Apps.
  • Select Updates.
  • Download the required update for Palworld.
• PC
  • Go to your Steam Library.
  • Right-click on Palworld.
  • Select Properties.
  • Navigate to the Updates tab.
  • Upgrade to the latest version.

When Pocketpair updates Palworld, the details of the update are included in patch notes and posted on the Pocketpair Discord. Errors such as these are addressed in updates and fixes and are typically mentioned on Discord. I recommend checking there if you encounter any issues or errors.

It is worth noting you may need to restart your network after installing the update. PC players may need to restart Steam as well, and Xbox players may need to restart their console. Restarting ensures the update goes through and Palworld is up-to-date and fixes the 'match you are trying to join is running an incompatible version of the game' error.

For more information on Palworld, check out Palworld Roadmap – All Planned Updates, Pal Arena, Raid Bosses, & More and How to fix the infinite loading issue in Palworld on Pro Game Guides.