Strategic battles, intense action, and adrenaline rush in Valorant beckon valiant players. Unfortunately, while you are set to witness the thrill, it’s highly annoying to be confronted with the unforeseen error code 57 intrude the game. No worries though! In today’s article, we will discuss what is Valorant error code 57 and further explain how to fix it on Windows 10 or 11 PC.
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Valorant Error Code 57 on Windows 10/11
Developed by Riot Games, Valorat is all about aim and tactics. Occasionally, when the game receives security patches after an update or randomly during the maintenance periods, Riot Vanguard, the anti-cheat software fails to function correctly. This triggers the error code 57.
It also appears when the system struggles to allocate resources for additional tasks and prevents the anti-cheat software from starting up. Computers with low RAM tend to experience this error the most.
Other causes of the error could be:
- Glitch in the Anti-cheat engine
- Disabled Vanguard Anti-Cheat service
- Interference by Windows firewall or third-party antivirus
- Corrupt Vanguard files
- Error in DNS
- Interference of VPN or proxy
Quick Answer
To fix the error, Kill the background processes and Restart the game. If the error still persists, flush the DNS cache.
Note: Check for server issues on Riot Games server status official website. If there is a server outage, wait until it is restored.
If there are no server issues, let’s go through the methods to fix the error code 57 in Valorant.
Method 1: Restart PC and then, Valorant
Restart the PC and launch Valorant. It clears out all the cache files and freshly loads all the programs and files. If the error still persists, Restart the game.
It is also possible for the game to encounter glitches, in case the files did not load properly or there is a session timeout. You can run Valorant as administrator. This gives the program special admin privileges and ensures it runs smoothly.
Also Read: Perfect Your Aim in Valorant: Guide to Best Sensitivity Settings
Method 2: Kill Background Processes
When many applications run simultaneously, Valorant might not get appropriate storage, network connectivity, or other system resources to load up files properly. This could cause the error code to show up. So, close all the applications that take the most CPU, RAM, or Network.
1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch Task Manager.
2. Hover the cursor over any running app and right-click on it.
3. Select End task from the menu.
Once all the background apps are closed, relaunch Valorant and see if the error code 57 is fixed.
Method 3: Disable VPN or Proxy
If you have an active VPN connection on the PC or have enabled Proxy, we suggest you turn them off and then launch the Valorant game. VPNs and Proxy could cause verification issues and also interfere with the loading process of the anti-cheat software. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Open Settings and navigate to the Network & internet tab.
2. Toggle off the following:
- Allow VPN over metered networks
- Allow VPN while roaming
3. Now go back to Network & internet menu and click on Proxy.
4. Toggle off the following:
- Automatically detect settings
- Use setup script
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Method 4: Enable VGS Service & Change Startup Type to Automatic
Many times even though the Vanguard services are installed on the PC, in some cases it might not be enabled. Moreover, in games where 3rd party optimizers are used, the default behavior of VGS is modified to be compatible with system configuration and resources. This thereby causes the error code 57 in Valorant.
1. Press the Windows key + R to launch the Run dialog box.
2. Type services.msc and click on OK.
3. Locate vgc and double-click it to open its Properties window.
4. Under Service status, click on the Start button to enable the vgc service.
5. Change the Startup type to Automatic.
Method 5: Flush DNS Cache
When you flush the cache data of your DNS, it clears out all the outdated or corrupted domain name system (DNS) information stored on the PC. This action forces the system to fetch fresh DNS records from authoritative servers and hence could potentially resolve multiple internet connectivity-related issues such as website or game-loading errors. Follow our guide on How to Flush DNS Cache in Windows 11.
Method 6: Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated GPU drivers could cause compatibility issues and henceforth lead to error code 57 showing up on Valorant. Check if there are any new updates and if there are, install them. Follow our guide on How to Update Graphics Drivers in Windows 11.
Method 7: Disable Windows Firewall (If Applicable)
Windows Firewall acts as a barrier between the PC and the internet. It monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic and controls which programs & services can access the internet from the device. However, it might also restrict the game’s functionality and limit its access to Vanguard. Follow our guide on How to Disable Windows 11 Firewall to turn it off.
Method 8: Contact Support
If the above solutions do not work then you can contact Riot Support. Raise a ticket to explain the error
1. Navigate to the Valorant Support page and from the drop-down menu CHOOSE A REQUEST TYPE.
3. Click on the downward pointing arrow under PLEASE SELECT YOUR OS and choose Windows.
4. Input the DESCRIPTION and click on the SUBMIT button.
Also Read: What Gives You XP in Valorant?
Method 9: Reinstall Valorant
By the time if none of the solutions helped, then you can try reinstalling the Valorant along with Vanguard. Follow the steps mentioned below:
1. Launch the Control Panel and under Programs, click on Uninstall a Program
2. Search for Riot Vanguard from the list and click on Uninstall.
3. Scroll down and search for Valorant, right-click on it, and select Uninstall.
4. Now, in the Windows search bar, type %localappdata% and open the Local folder.
5. Right-click the Riot Games folder and select Delete.
6. Again, type %appdata% in the Windows search bar and open it.
7. Delete the Riot games and Valorant folders.
That is it. Once the process is completed, you can again download Valorant on your PC.
8. Launch the official Valorant website and SIGN IN to your Riot account.
9. Click on the DOWNLOAD button to download the Valorant PC setup file.
10. Now in the download bar at the bottom, click on the Install VALORANT.exe file.
11. Click Yes in the UAC prompt and select ADVANCED OPTIONS.
12. Under INSTALL PATH, click the folder icon to choose a destination location to save the game.
13. Navigate to the desired location and click on OK to save the game installation address.
14. Wait until the launcher and all the applications are installed.
15. Once installation is complete, launch the game, Sign in to your account, and see if the error is fixed.
Note: If you are worried about installing the game incorrectly again, read our guide on What are Valorant Laptop Requirements and follow the tips given to download the game on your system.
We hope with the help of our guide, you could get rid of the Valorant error code 57. If you have any queries or suggestions for us, do let us know in the comments box below. For such tech-related issues, stay connected to TechCult.
