Warhammer 40K: Darktide has been a blast for most people since it released its pre-order beta. People have already been maxing our character levels and taking on the game’s hardest difficulties. Unfortunately, in addition to the game’s addictiveness, a common thread seems to be server and network issues. If you’ve tried logging into the Darktide servers only to be met with the Backend Error Code, we have a few solutions that might get you into the game.
What Does Error Backend Error Mean?
The Backend Error code in Darktide indicates a network or server issue and may not be your fault. Before taking any action, players should check the official Twitter for Darktide’s server status to see whether the servers are down.
If they are, you should sit tight and wait for the servers to get fixed. If the servers are not down, and you’re experiencing this error as a persistent problem, here are a few solutions:
- Use a VPN to play Darktide
- Restart your computer, router, and modem
- Verify the integrity of your game files
- Re-install Darktide
- Contact Darktide Support
Using a VPN to Play Darktide
There are many trusted VPN companies out there that provide VPN services on a free-trial basis. Until Fatshark fixes the issue, you can connect to one of these services to see whether it removes the error. Connect to the VPN, then load Warhammer 40,000: Darktide and see if this removes your error. (h/t: Force Gaming on YT)
Here are a few of the most popular VPN options:
Contacting Darktide Support
If none of the above solutions work, including restarting your router/modem, rebooting your computer, verifying game files, re-installing your game, or using a VPN–then it’s time to contact Fatshark to get support for your situation.
Post your issue in the Fatshark Technical Problems Forum. Read the Known Issue thread first to see if there are new solutions for the Backend Error Code issue in Darktide.
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