Here in this post, we will share the details for the Valorant error code VAL 79.
The error reads, “connection error. Please relaunch the client to reconnect.”
As per our research, this error usually comes when users try to launch the valorant.
During our research, we were unable to find any official information from the developers on this error, but as per us, this error can be triggered because of many different reasons.
Fixes For Valorant Error Code VAL 79
Fix 1: Restart Your Device
During our research, we have found several players who shared that all they did to restart their device and this resolved the issue, so as a first step, we will also try to suggest the same.
- Shut down the device on which you are playing Valorant.
- Wait for around five minutes.
- Restart your device.
- Launch the game to check for the error.
Fix 2: Reinstall The Riot Vanguard
If you tried restarting your device, but the error is not going away then try uninstalling the Riot Vanguard, and reinstalling it.
I was unable to verify this myself, but during our research, many players have shared this same thing, that they tried reinstalling the Riot Vanguard, and it fixed the error.
Fix 3: Check Update For Windows OS
If the error still persists we advise you to check the update for your Windows OS. Many players have shared it was their outdated Windows OS that was causing the issue, so check if you need to update your Windows OS, and if you see any pending updates then make sure to install it, and then check for the error again.
Here Is how to update your Windows OS
For Windows 11
- Select Start.
- Select Settings.
- Select Windows Update.
- Select Check For Updates.
For Windows 10
- Select Start.
- Select Settings.
- Select Update & Security.
- Select Windows Update.
- Select Check for updates.
Fix 4: Try Running The Following Command
In case your Windows OS is up to date with its latest version but the error is still coming then we suggest you try running the following commands under the CMD windows.
- Run CMD as admin.
- Type netsh int ip reset, and press Enter.
- Then type ipconfig /release, and press Enter.
- Then type ipconfig /renew, and press Enter.
- Then type ipconfig /flushdns, and press Enter.
- Then type netsh winsock reset, and press Enter.
Fix 5: Reach Out To Valorant Support
If you are done with all the steps we have suggested above but the error is not going away then we advise you to reach out to the Valorant support team to report the issue.