The “Sorry, you’re currently prevented from playing online multiplayer games” error in Palworld is a common issue that prevents players from joining their friends’ multiplayer lobbies. When this error pops up, players find themselves kicked out of the game lobby and unable to play with others online.
This frustrating error has been acknowledged by Palworld’s developer Pocketpair, but there has been no official fix yet. The error likely occurs due to problems with the game’s servers, bugs in the latest update, or connectivity issues on the player’s end.
Check Server Status and Internet Connection
Palworld has an official server status website that shows the real-time status of game servers. Players can visit https://palworld.statuspage.io to check if the servers are facing any issues.
If the status is green, the servers are likely running smoothly. A red status indicates a server outage, so players should wait until the servers are back up before trying to play online multiplayer.
If the Palworld servers seem fine, players should check their own internet connection’s NAT type. Online games often require an open NAT type to connect properly.
On Windows PCs, players can enable network discovery to change to an open NAT type:
- Open Network & Internet settings > Advanced network settings > Advanced sharing settings
- Turn on network discovery
However, enabling network discovery comes with the security risks of other devices accessing your network. Change these settings carefully.
Verify File Integrity on Steam and Xbox App
If the game files have any errors, it can also cause connectivity issues in online games. On Steam, players can easily verify the game file integrity to check for errors:
- In your Steam library, right-click on Palworld and select Properties
- Go to the Local Files tab > Verify Integrity of Game Files
Steam will automatically download any missing or corrupt files. This often fixes online connectivity issues.
Similarly, players can verify files on the Xbox app as well:
- Open Palworld in Xbox and click on Manage from the menu
- Go to Files tab > Check for updates
- Select Verify and repair
The Xbox app will scan files and download any missing ones, fixing potential errors.
Restart Device and Waiting for Official Fix
Before trying more complex solutions, players should restart their PC or console. A simple restart can often clear up temporary glitches and errors.
Additionally, running Palworld as administrator on a PC grants the game heightened privileges, which may resolve connectivity issues.
If all user-end troubleshooting fails to fix the issue, the problem likely lies with the game’s servers or coding. Players should contact Palworld support and report the error.
The best option may be to wait patiently for the developers to release an official patch fixing any bugs causing this multiplayer error.
Conclusion
Following this step-by-step guide can help resolve the frustrating multiplayer error in most cases. Players who wish to fully enjoy Palworld’s online features with uninterrupted gameplay should try these suggested solutions.
With some effort, players can get back to catching and training their favorite Pals without annoying errors hampering the experience.
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