Black Ops 6 Error Fixed: 'Join Failed' Issue Resolved

Troubleshooting Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Connection Issues

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has launched, but some players are encountering frustrating connection problems. A common error, "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version," prevents players from joining friends' games. Here's how to resolve this issue:

This error indicates a version mismatch; your game isn't updated. The first step is to return to the main menu and allow the game to update. However, this doesn't always resolve the problem.

If the error persists after attempting an in-game update, restarting the game is the next logical step. This forces a full update check. While this requires a short wait, it's a necessary troubleshooting step.

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If the problem remains after restarting, try searching for a match. In some cases, initiating a match search allows friends to join your party, even if the error initially appeared. This might require a few attempts before successfully joining a lobby.

These steps should resolve the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.