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CSGO Matchmaking unavailable error – How to fix

Fix the irritating issue!

A common game problem plaguing many CS:GO players for a long time is the "CS:GO Matchmaking unavailable error." Unlike other server-related game issues that are more specific, it may arise either from the server or client side as it is a general issue. The most common solution for fixing the CS:GO Matchmaking unavailable error includes restarting your internet, checking the integrity of your game files, and reinstalling the game.

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The following are some of the most common solutions to fix the prescribed issue.

  • Resetting or Restarting your Internet: The most efficient and workable solution is to restart your internet. Turn off and turn on your router to reset your internet connection. 
  • Restarting your PC: Apart from resetting your internet, you can also reboot your PC in case there is some problem with your firewall or connection menu.
  • Check the Valve Steam Server: Before hopping on the game, always check whether the Valve game servers are online or offline. You can use third-party websites like down detector to know the current status of the servers.
  • Check Integrity of Game files: The problem may also arise if you have some corrupt game or batch files on your system. You can always use the "check integrity of game files" option to repair such files inside the Steam client. Steam > CS:GO > Right Click > Properties > Local Files > Check Integrity of Game Files.
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  • Reinstalling the Game: If none of the above methods work out, you can resort to reinstalling the game. Try to install the game on a different drive to avoid any overlapping game file issues.

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Vignesh Raja
Vignesh Raja started as a Freelancer and became a Full-Time Staff writer at Pro Game Guides in March 2024. He has an engineering degree in IT and was previously a Semi-Professional Apex Legends and Paladins eSports player. His passion for multiplayer games made him pursue a career in writing to share his knowledge about competitive gaming. Nowadays, he spends his time writing guides for Valorant, BitLife, and Roblox. Also, he manages and coaches upcoming BGMI players in his free time to help them thrive in India's competitive eSports scene.