🎮 Game Error Codes What it means & how to fix it

V Rising Won't Connect? Here's the Fix

When V Rising throws 'Failed to connect to server' or hangs on 'Connecting', it's usually a version mismatch after a patch, EasyAntiCheat not initialising, or a firewall blocking the connection. Fastest fix in 2026: make sure the server and client are on the same build, repair EasyAntiCheat, then connect by direct IP instead of the flaky in-game browser.

V Rising dedicated server — exact ports, config & save path

Game port (UDP)
9876
Query port (UDP)
9877
Server config files
ServerHostSettings.json + ServerGameSettings.json (in save\Settings)
Save path
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\Stunlock Studios\VRising\Saves
Common cause of 'failed to connect'
Only 9876 forwarded — the 9877 query port must be open or the server never appears in the list

Last verified: September 2026

Error codes

'Failed to connect to server' The client reached the server address but the session was rejected before entering the world.

Cause: Client/server version mismatch, EAC handshake failure, or a full/restarting server.

Fix:
  1. Confirm the server is on the same V Rising version — mods/patches must match exactly.
  2. Repair EasyAntiCheat: Steam > V Rising > Manage > Browse local files > EasyAntiCheat > repair.
  3. Connect by direct IP from the server browser's 'Connect by IP' instead of the public list.
  4. If it's a modded server, ensure your BepInEx/mod versions match the host's.
Stuck on 'Connecting' forever The handshake started but never completed the world hand-off.

Cause: Firewall/port block, stale server-list cache, or the server is mid-restart.

Fix:
  1. Allow VRising.exe through Windows Firewall (Private and Public).
  2. Restart the game to clear the cached server list, then rejoin.
  3. Disable any VPN — it breaks the address handed to EAC.
  4. Wait 2-3 minutes if the server just restarted after a wipe or update.

Fixes that work for most V Rising errors

  1. Match versions first: client, server, and any mods must be on the exact same build.
  2. Repair EasyAntiCheat via EasyAntiCheat_Setup.exe in the V Rising folder, then reboot.
  3. Connect by direct IP rather than the in-game public server browser.
  4. Whitelist VRising.exe in Windows Firewall and antivirus.
  5. Disable any VPN before connecting — it breaks EAC's address check.
  6. Verify game files in Steam to repair a corrupt client or EAC install.

FAQ

Why does V Rising say 'Failed to connect to server'?

Usually a version mismatch or EAC failure. Make sure the server and any mods match your build, repair EasyAntiCheat, and connect by direct IP.

How do I connect to a V Rising server by IP?

In the server browser choose 'Connect by IP', enter the server address and port, and join directly instead of using the public list.

V Rising is stuck on Connecting after a patch — is it the server?

Often yes. After an update the server restarts and rejects joins for a few minutes; also confirm both sides are on the same version.

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