How To Fix the Black Ops 6 ‘Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version’ Error

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is experiencing a frustrating issue preventing players from joining their friends' games. This guide outlines how to resolve the persistent "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error.

Troubleshooting the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" Error in Black Ops 6

The error message indicates an outdated game version. While simply returning to the main menu and allowing an update should resolve the problem, many players report this solution isn't always effective.

A subsequent troubleshooting step is restarting the game. This forces a check for updates and should bring your game to the latest version. While this involves a brief delay, it's a worthwhile attempt. Ask your friends to wait a few minutes.

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If the error persists after restarting, there's one more strategy to try. In my experience, initiating a match search allowed my friend to join my party, though it required several attempts. While not ideal, this workaround proved successful.

This concludes the troubleshooting steps for the Black Ops 6 "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are currently available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.