How to Fix the 'An Error Occurred' Issue When Launching ARC Raiders

Recently, some players have reported encountering the 'An error has occurred' message when launching or logging into ARC Raiders, which prevents them from entering the game, and repeated attempts do not resolve the issue. After conducting tests, we have found an effective solution. Let's take a closer look at this problem.

About the 'An Error Occurred' Issue in ARC Raiders

The 'An error has occurred' message appears when launching ARC Raiders, specifically when this notification is displayed in Embark Game Boot. This message indicates that the game is unable to connect to the anti-cheat server.

According to current data, even players with a stable internet connection and devices that meet the system requirements may encounter this issue. Therefore, the problem is not related to the user's local settings, but is more likely due to routing issues—some network nodes may be overloaded or blocked.

How to Fix the 'An Error Occurred' Issue in ARC Raiders?

We recommend strictly following the steps outlined below to minimize the impact of external factors. Additionally, we advise against arbitrarily changing your device settings, as this may lead to other issues.

Checking Your Local Network

• Using a Wired Connection
  • Connect your device to the router via an Ethernet cable to eliminate Wi-Fi interference.
  • Check the cable for integrity and ensure the connectors are securely attached.
• Restarting or Resetting the Router
  • Power off the router for 30–60 seconds, then turn it back on.
  • To reset to factory settings, use the Reset button (hold for 10–15 seconds).
• Checking IP Configuration
  • Make sure your device is receiving a correct IP address (automatically or manually via IPv4 settings).
  • In the command prompt, run ipconfig /renew (Windows) to refresh the address.

Optimizing Your Connection with GearUP

Currently, GearUP may be the best solution for resolving the 'An Error Occurred' issue. Based on test results, the problem may be related to restrictions imposed by certain network node providers, which affect ARC Raiders' operation.

Unfortunately, players cannot independently intervene in the operation of these nodes, and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) for various reasons do not make the necessary adjustments.

Therefore, you will need GearUP to configure network nodes. The service has more than 7,500 nodes worldwide and can adapt to the specific network conditions of each player, ensuring stable and fast routes. Additionally, backup connection paths are available in case of sudden issues. In our numerous tests, the 'An Error Occurred' issue did not occur when using this solution.

Step 1: Click this button to download GearUP.

Step 2: Find ARC Raiders and select the game.

Step 3: Select a server — we recommend choosing one that is closer to your location to minimize latency caused by physical distance.

Step 4: Start acceleration, where you can monitor real-time latency data, then launch the game.

Other Important Points

1. Check the game version and Embark Game Boot: Make sure that ARC Raiders and the launcher are updated via the platform (Steam/Epic Games).
2. Disable game blocking in the firewall: In Windows Firewall settings, add ARC Raiders to the exceptions list (or temporarily disable protection for testing purposes).
3. Run the game as administrator: Right-click the game shortcut → 'Run as administrator' (this resolves issues with access to system files).