How to Fix Matchmaking Error – Fortnite

When trying to connect to a Fortnite server, you may run into the infamous server_error code that all players dread. It's not the end of the world, but it is (temporarily) the end of your matchmaking. I'm not a fan of that, but who is? Fortunately, there are several solutions that you can try to fix matchmaking errors in Fortnite.

How to solve Fortnite Matchmaking Problem

So, you want to fix the Fortnite matchmaking error? The good news is that the problem most likely isn't on your end. The bad news...there is no official fix you can do yourself, as this error is almost always caused by something server-side.

This error code often shows up when the Fortnite servers are under heavy stress due to a sudden influx of players or unscheduled maintenance interfering with matchmaking. It generally happens when your connection sends out data, and Fortnite's servers have a problem acknowledging or responding to it. Your connection may be at fault, but you will almost certainly be met with a different error code when that happens.

Related: Fortnite Error Codes List (and how to fix them)

Best solutions for Matchmaking Error - Fortnite

Luckily, you can still try a few methods before attempting to reconnect to Fortnite. We've listed them below.

• Check the server status: Epic Games provides us with this useful website that tells you if there are currently any issues with the servers. If anything other than All Systems Operational is displayed here, that suggests you might have problems joining a match. Green means go!
• Check your connection: The link to check your connection leads you to a simple speed test to make sure you're uploading and downloading at the appropriate speeds. If you notice traffic to your device is significantly slower than average, try to determine the cause.

You'll often run into this Fortnite error code after new patches and updates are dropped. From what we've seen, the developers at Epic Games provide new content daily, and sometimes, the content will cause server connection errors. Be patient! You'll be back on the BattleBus in no time.

There are plenty of other Fortnite guides for common account issues. Check out this guide to Enable 2FA in Fortnite here on Pro Game Guides.