VAN 185 Error
For the past 2 weeks I have been getting the VAN 185 error. It happens always in the middle of a match where the game needs to be closed and restarted. I have uninstalled all 3rd party apps such as overwolf and valtracker, also rolled back NVIDIA drivers to the previous version. I can't seem to find any fixes online. I keep getting AFK offense warnings after the error because of me being booted from the game. Any reccomendations/suggestions would help
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The VAN 185 error is a known issue often related to network instability or conflicts with third-party software and overlays. Since you've already uninstalled apps like Overwolf and Valtracker and rolled back your NVIDIA drivers, I recommend trying the following:
1. Network Troubleshooting: Ensure your network is stable. Restart your router, use a wired connection if possible, and disable any VPNs or proxies.
2. Firewall and Antivirus: Make sure VALORANT and Riot Vanguard are allowed through your firewall and antivirus software. You can follow this guide: https://support-valorant.riotgames.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048522893-Your-Firewall-VS-VALORANT.
3. Background Applications: Close unnecessary background applications that might interfere with the game, especially screen recording or overlay software.
4. Reinstall Vanguard: Uninstall Riot Vanguard, restart your computer, and launch VALORANT again to reinstall it.
5. Admin Commands: Run these commands in Command Prompt as an administrator to renew your network settings:
6. Submit a Ticket: If the problem persists, submit a ticket to Riot Support for more detailed assistance: https://support-valorant.riotgames.com/hc/en-us.
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