Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is experiencing a frustrating "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error, preventing players from connecting with friends. Here's how to resolve this issue.
Troubleshooting the Black Ops 6 Version Mismatch Error
The error message indicates an outdated game version. While simply returning to the main menu and allowing an update should fix this, many players report this doesn't always work.
The next step is to restart the game. This forces a fresh update check. Although this requires a short wait, it's a worthwhile troubleshooting step.
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If the problem persists after restarting, try searching for a match. In some cases, initiating a match search allows friends to join, even if the initial join attempt fails. This may require several attempts.
This covers the common solutions 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.
