WARDOGS: what to do about the server authentication error?

Alexandre Jollier 1 h ago

In brief

The "Failed to Authenticate with Server" error in WARDOGS means you can't connect to the game's servers, either because your internet connection is failing or because the servers are under maintenance. No need to fiddle with your settings: it's a matter of patience and basic checks.

You launch WARDOGS and end up on a "Failed to Authenticate with Server" screen instead of your game. No need to panic, it's not your setup acting up. Here's what it means and how to react.

This error only appears at the moment of connecting, before you can even access the game. WARDOGS requires a permanent online connection to work, so as soon as the link with the servers breaks, this message replaces the game screen. Zero skill required to fix it: it's a matter of patience, not technical manipulation.

Why this error appears

Two possible causes, and only one depends on you. Either your personal internet connection is unstable or cut off, or the game's servers are down on the developers' side. In WARDOGS's current case, it's possible that it's the second option: intentional maintenance may be underway.

What to check before worrying

Test your internet connection on another service or application to rule out a local issue.
Check whether the error persists over several connection attempts spaced a few minutes apart.
Try switching regions in the server selector available in the game, if the option is accessible before the login screen.

What to do during maintenance

If your connection works normally elsewhere and the error persists, there's nothing to fix on your end. The game remains unplayable until the servers are back up. The developers confirmed that a complete server reset was recently underway, which implies a forced disconnection of all players in addition to the temporary unavailability.

The team stated they want to increase server capacity to limit stability issues once the game is accessible again. In practical terms: it's worth waiting rather than looking for a workaround, since there isn't one.

If the error persists after maintenance

Once the end-of-maintenance announcement has been made, if the authentication message still appears, there are two avenues to explore in order: thoroughly recheck your internet connection, then try switching to a different server region from the game menu. These two reflexes cover nearly all reported cases outside of official outages.

Have you ever encountered this error on WARDOGS: where did it come from?

Frequently asked questions

What is the "Failed to Authenticate with Server" error in WARDOGS?

It's the message displayed when you can't connect to the game's servers. WARDOGS requires a permanent online connection, so whenever the link to the servers breaks, this message replaces the game screen.

Where does this error come from?

Either your personal internet connection is unstable or down, or the game's servers are under maintenance or offline on the developers' end. Currently, it often involves a complete server reset that's been officially announced.

How do I check if the problem is with my connection or the servers?

Test your internet connection on another application or service to rule out a local issue. Check if the error persists after several attempts spaced a few minutes apart. Also try switching to a different region in the server selector available in-game if the option is accessible.

Is there a workaround during maintenance?

No. If your connection works fine elsewhere and the error persists, there's nothing to fix on your end. The game remains unplayable until the servers are brought back online by the team.

The error persists after the official end of maintenance, what should I do?

Double-check your internet connection thoroughly, then try switching to a different server region from the game menu. These two steps cover nearly all cases outside of official outages.

Key takeaways

The error only appears during login, before accessing the game, because WARDOGS requires a permanent online connection.
Two possible causes: your personal internet connection is unstable, or the game's servers are offline for maintenance.
Test your connection on other services, check if the error persists after a few minutes, and try a different server region.
During official maintenance, no workaround exists: you simply have to wait for the developers to bring the servers back online.
If the error persists after maintenance ends, check your internet connection thoroughly, then switch to a different server region.