Escape From Tarkov: Understanding the Bad Gateway Error

Escape From Tarkov is a demanding extraction shooter that offers a constantly online, high-stakes multiplayer experience. As with any game that requires a persistent online connection, server issues, bugs, and other problems are inevitable. This has been a common issue for online games since the beginning. If you are encountering the “Bad Gateway”error in Escape From Tarkov, we have an explanation for you below.

Troubleshooting the Bad Gateway Error in Escape From Tarkov

According to reports from users on Reddit, there is no guaranteed solution for the “Bad Gateway”error. However, some have been successful in resolving the issue by following these steps:

Close Escape From Tarkov
Reopen the launcher
Select “Game Settings” drop down menu, click “Clear Cache“
Select “Game Settings” drop down menu, click “Intergrity Check“
Relaunch Escape From Tarkov

If you encounter the “Bad Gateway”error, you can attempt a clean installation or verify that you have the most recent patch installed. However, there is no guarantee that these solutions will resolve the issue. This error is ultimately a server problem and we cannot guarantee a permanent fix. Your best option is to be patient while our team works on resolving any ongoing issues, especially on days when major patches are released and many players are logging in.

Escape From Tarkov Bad Gateway Error Explained

If you are currently experiencing the “Bad Gateway”error while playing Escape From Tarkov, it is likely due to server overload. This is a common occurrence during major patch cycles, also known as “Wipe Day,”where all player progress is reset and everyone starts anew.

In situations where the error is happening between patch cycles and wipe days, it is probable that Battlestate Games servers are experiencing technical difficulties. In such cases, the only course of action is to wait for the servers to be resolved.

For the latest updates on server availability and technical issue resolutions, be sure to follow the BattleState Games X (Twitter) account. This account regularly posts updates whenever a problem occurs.

To determine if there are any connectivity problems, you can visit the Escape From Tarkov Down Detector page. If there is a significant increase in reported outages, the issue is most likely on the server side rather than your own connection.

With any luck, these solutions will help you get back in the game, or the server problems with Battlestate Games will be resolved soon. For additional advice, be sure to read our guide on How to Travel from Map to Map in Escape from Tarkov.