How to Fix Elden Ring Network Status Check Failed

Elden Ring is one of the most anticipated games of 2022, and fans have been eagerly waiting for its release. However, some players have been experiencing issues with the game's network status check. If you're one of these players, don't worry! In this guide, we'll provide you with some solutions on how to fix Elden Ring's network status check failed issue.

Whitelist Elden Ring in the Firewall

One of the reasons why players are having issues with Elden Ring's network status check is because it's being blocked by their firewall. To fix this issue, you need to whitelist Elden Ring in your firewall settings. Here's how to do it:

• Go to your PC's Control Panel.
• Click on System and Security.
• Click on Windows Defender Firewall.
• Click on Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
• Click on Change settings.
• Click on Allow another app.
• Browse for Elden Ring's executable file.
• Click on Add.
• Make sure that both the Private and Public checkboxes are checked.
• Click on OK.

Change DNS

Sometimes, changing your DNS can help fix Elden Ring's network status check failed issue. DNS is responsible for translating websites' domain names into IP addresses. If your DNS is not functioning correctly, it may affect your ability to connect to Elden Ring's servers. Follow these steps to change your DNS:

• Press the Windows key + R.
• Type in "control panel" and press Enter.
• Click on Network and Internet.
• Click on Network and Sharing Center.
• Click on Change adapter settings.
• Right-click on your active network connection and select Properties.
• Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
• Click on Properties.
• Select "Use the following DNS server addresses."
• Enter 8.8.8.8 for Preferred DNS server and 8.8.4.4 for Alternate DNS server.
• Click on OK and close all windows.

Reset Network

Resetting your network can help fix Elden Ring's network status check failed issue. Sometimes, your network settings may have become corrupted, causing connectivity issues. Here's how to reset your network:

• Press the Windows key + X.
• Click on Command Prompt (Admin).
• Type "netsh winsock reset" and press Enter.
• Type "netsh int ip reset" and press Enter.
• Type "ipconfig /release" and press Enter.
• Type "ipconfig /renew" and press Enter.
• Type "ipconfig /flushdns" and press Enter.
• Restart your PC.

Repair the Game Files

If your Elden Ring game files are corrupted, you may experience network status check failed issue. Repairing the game files can help fix this issue. Here's how to repair the game files:

• Open Steam.
• Go to your Library.
• Right-click on Elden Ring and select Properties.
• Click on Local Files.
• Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files.
• Wait for the process to complete.
• Restart your PC.

Update Network Driver

If your network driver is outdated or corrupted, it can cause Elden Ring's network status check failed issue. Updating your network driver can help fix this issue. Here's how to update your network driver:

• Press the Windows key + X.
• Click on Device Manager.
• Expand the Network adapters category.
• Right-click on your network adapter and select Update driver.
• Click on Search automatically for updated driver software.
• Wait for the process to complete.

Play Offline

If all other solutions fail, you can try playing Elden Ring offline. Here's how to do it:

• Open Steam.
• Go to your Library.
• Right-click on Elden Ring and select Properties.
• Click on Local Files.
• Click on Browse Local Files.
• Find the executable file for Elden Ring.
• Create a shortcut for the executable file.
• Right-click on the shortcut and select Properties.
• Add "-offline" at the end of the Target field (without quotes).
• Click on OK.
• Use the shortcut to launch Elden Ring.

Elden Ring's network status check failed issue can be frustrating, but these solutions can help fix the issue. Try each solution one by one until the issue is resolved. If none of these solutions work, consider contacting Elden Ring's support team for further assistance.