Resolve Black Ops 6 Version Mismatch Error

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Multiplayer Issues: Fixing the "Join Failed" Error

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has arrived, 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 troubleshoot this issue.

The error message indicates a version mismatch; your game isn't updated to the latest version. The simplest solution 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, try restarting the game. This forces a fresh update check. While this means a brief delay before rejoining your friends, it's a worthwhile step.

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If restarting doesn't work, there's a less conventional solution. During testing, searching for a match independently allowed a friend to join a party experiencing this error. It may require a few attempts, but it's a potential workaround.

This concludes our guide to resolving the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error in Black Ops 6.

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