Easy fixes for matchmaking & connection problems
Embark Studios’ extraction shooter game, ARC Raiders, is currently the most popular game among FPS and shooter lovers. It won’t be an exaggeration to say that it is performing quite well compared to Battlefield 6 and Black Ops 7.
However, while playing the game, many players have faced the ARAU0297 error. This blocks you from matchmaking and online play. Let’s check out how you can easily tackle this issue in the game.
Why ARC Raiders ARAU0297 error happen?
This error has started to happen after the recent update in the game. It’s a network-related issue and so far, the developers have not revealed the main reason behind this.
This can prevent you from matchmaking or joining the multiplayer servers. Here are some of the reasons:
- Server Overload: Avoid peak hours and crash lines by playing off-peak.
- Your Net: WiFi multiplayer suffers from increased packet loss and latency.
- DNS Cache: corrupted data blocks. Embark the servers.
- Firewall/VPN: Blocks ports, temporarily disabled.
Step-by-Step easy fixes for ARAU0297 error
Make sure to try these steps in order and restart the game after each step:
Test your Internet
On Speedtest.net, aim for 50+ Mbps down/up and Wireless. Restart the router/modem. If the connection is sluggish, contact your ISP.
Flush DNS Cache (Top Fix!)
- Windows: Type “cmd” and select “Run as administrator.”
- Type ipconfig/flushdns and press Enter.
- Restart your PC and then relaunch ARC Raiders.
- Clears junk data and resolves 70% of situations.
Switch to Ethernet
Plug the direct Ethernet cable for a more stable connection. Stable packets = smooth queues.
Other Quick Tips
- VPN Off: Disconnect, masks IP and triggers bans.
- Firewall Check: Allow ARC Raiders (UDP/TCP port 3074).
- Reinstall/Verify: Steam/Epic: Properties > Verify files.
- Clear Cache: %AppData%\ARC Raiders > Delete temporary folders.
FAQs
What causes the ARAU0297 error in ARC Raiders?
Network glitch, unstable WiFi, DNS cache, server overload blocks matchmaking.
How to fix ARAU0297 with DNS flush?
Cmd as Admin > ipconfig /flushdns > Restart PC > Relaunch game.
Ethernet vs WiFi for ARAU0297?
Ethernet wins. Stable packets fix packet loss; WiFi’s laggy for multiplayer.
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