Diablo 4 How to fix Code 522 error

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Need to know how to fix the error Code 522 in Diablo 4? There are always bugs with any game, including those that can keep you from playing the game.

Diablo 4 is no different, with several bugs like the Authentication Pending error or error code 3100010 causing issues for many players. There’s nothing worse than errors keeping you out of the game. What is the code 522 error in Diablo 4, and how do you fix it? We’re here to help you troubleshoot.

What is Diablo 4 Code 522?

Code 522 is an error that pops up when trying to log into the game that reads “There was an issue validating the console authentication token. This could be due to a temporary outage”. As said in the warning message, it typically comes from an outage of the network, or from network connectivity issues on your own platform. Luckily, this bug isn’t too taxing to fix. Here’s what you can do to fix the error:

  • Restart the game
  • Update the game
  • Check your internet connection
  • Disable firewalls and security software
  • Check if Diablo 4 servers are down

Restart the game

The tried and true turn it off and turn it on again method works for this bug, too. Simply close out your game, wait a minute or two, and open it again. Because this error is a connectivity issue, it’s likely that your console or PC just had trouble connecting to the servers and needs to try again.

Turn it off and turn it back on

The tried and true method for tons of bugs, most errors can be solved by exiting your game of Diablo 4 and restarting it. This is true for error code 700004, error code 401003, and plenty more.

Update the game

Since Diablo 4 is an online game, being on the most current game server is crucial. If you continue experiencing the code 522 error, it could be because your game isn’t updated. Head into your settings for the game and choose the ‘Update’ button. This will allow your game to be updated to the most recent patch, and put you on the correct server.

Check your internet connection

If the two steps above didn’t fix the issue, it could be your internet. Check your router and modem, and test your connectivity to make sure that your internet connection is strong. Unplugging your router and modem and plugging them back in can also reset your internet to give it a chance to reconnect properly. Any sort of connection problem your internet is having can cause this error to pop up.

Disable firewalls and security software

Sometimes the issue is your firewall or security software is blocking a necessary network connection. Try turning off any security you have when trying to connect to the game to see if this solves the issue.

Check if Diablo 4 server is down

Finally, if you’ve exhausted all other options, the issue is probably not you. This error can come from the servers of the game themselves being down. You can always check on the official Diablo Twitter account if the server is down, and Blizzard will post any updates. Unfortunately, all that’s left to do is wait for the server status to come back up.

That’s all you need to know about the code 522 error in Diablo 4. Be sure to check out our build tier list for Season 2 to dominate all the new content once you finally get into the game.

Code 522 FAQ

How do you fix Code 522 error in Diablo 4?

The best method for fixing the error is to restart your game. If this doesn’t work, be sure to update your game, check your internet connection, and disable any firewalls and security software.

When does Code 522 pop up?

Code 522 can appear when trying to log into the Diablo 4 servers. It will read “There was an issue validating the console authentication token. This could be due to a temporary outage”.

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Diablo 4

  • Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X
  • Genre(s): Action, Action RPG, RPG

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