Main causes include server outages, the game being in an error state, or router problems. In this article, we will discuss different ways to solve this error.
1. Check Server Outage
Before doing anything else, check Rockstar’s server status to see if the issue is on their end. If the servers are down or under maintenance, you can’t connect to GTA Online. Checking this first can save time and prevent unnecessary steps on your network or console.
Rockstar Official StatusOutage ReportDown Detector
2. End All GTA 5 Resources
This issue can happen because leftover GTA 5 processes can interfere with the game’s startup. Closing all GTA 5 resources removes these background tasks, letting the game restart fresh and potentially solving connectivity and performance problems in GTA Online. If this doesn’t work, try pressing Alt + Enter for around 10 seconds to crash the game. Then you can launch it again and check if the issue is resolved.
3. Reset Your Router
Power cycling your router can refresh your network connection, fixing temporary issues that may block GTA 5 Online from reaching Rockstar’s servers. Resetting helps the router reconnect to your ISP, lowering the chances of data loss or connection issues that disrupt gameplay. If resetting the router doesn’t work, try connecting to another network. You can make your mobile a hotspot temporarily and try connecting in-game using it.
4. Play Another Game and Then Switch to GTA 5
Playing another game for a short time can reset network settings and clear cache issues related to online play. When you switch back to GTA 5, this might help reconnect to Rockstar’s servers and fix temporary connection problems. If nothing has worked for you, try playing the game in Safe mode or clean boot Windows to rule out any conflicts in the game.
