Overwatch 2: Error Code LC 208 [FIXED]

The infamous first-person hero shooter game Overwatch has recently launched its sequel, Overwatch 2, in October 2022. It was published by Blizzard Entertainment with the intention of having a shared environment for PVP modes and cooperative modes. Due to a lot of players trying out the game, Overwatch 2 players are encountering a number of errors, such as Error Code LC 208. Some errors are coming due to a lack of optimization, and some are due to personal issues.

Key Takeaways:

• • Error Code LC 208 occurs due to a network issue.
  • You can fix the error by changing your internet settings, changing region, checking NAT type, and changing the DNS Server.
  • In some cases, the error will be from Overwatch 2‘s end. Therefore, you will need to check their server status either through their forum or from a third-party website.
  • If you fail to fix the error, you will not be able to play Overwatch 2.

What Is Error Code LC 208 In Overwatch 2

Apart from waiting in long queues, some of the Overwatch players are getting various errors. If you have come across the error code LC 208, you know that it disconnects you from the game straight away. Although the game gives you a message along with the error that you have been disconnected, it does not tell you why.

There are multiple reasons why this error may occur; therefore, we have mentioned multiple methods in order to fix the error. Therefore, try out the closest fixes first on your PC or Console and then try out the others.

However, since the error mainly comes due to a network error, it is possible that the problem is not from your end. In case the server of Overwatch 2 is down either due to a maintenance break or due to a higher inflow of players, then you can do nothing but wait.

How To Fix The Error Code LC 208

You can fix the error through different methods; use the one that suits you the most. However, we recommend you check your computer or console’s settings just before trying out the fixes. It is possible that you made slight changes that are causing the error.

Check Your Internet Connection

The first and most important thing is to check your internet. You can check your internet’s ping, download, and upload speed using a website. You can use websites like fast and Speed test by Ookla. In case your speed shows up to be slow, make sure that you close the Wi-fi in case no one is using it.

You can turn off the Wi-fi by simply entering your IP address in any browser. To turn off the wi-fi, you will first need to enter your credentials in order to log in. Then, in the settings, you will find an option, ‘Wireless,’ where you can see your wi-fi settings.

There you will find two options, either to able or disable the wi-fi. Click on disable. This will give more internet speed to your computer or console; therefore, you will be able to connect to Overwatch 2 server faster.

Check Overwatch 2 Servers

In case your internet is working fine, then the second thing you can do is check the Overwatch 2 servers. The issue might be coming because your server is trying to reach out to Overwatch 2’s, but their server has the fault. If that is the case, then you will get the error code LC 208.

There are two ways through which you can check the status of Overwatch 2 servers. The first way is to simply go on Blizzard’s forum for Overwatch 2, where you will see a category of ‘announcement.’ Through that category, you will stay up to date with what is happening in the game. Moreover, you can also check out the discussion tab for more information about anything related to the game.

The second method of checking the status of Overwatch is through third-party websites such as down detector. On the website, you can even see the time stamp of the errors reported within twenty-four hours. Therefore, you can use such data to play the game at a time when minimum errors are reported.

Change Your Region

It can be possible that, at the time, the error is occurring at a certain region. If that happens, you have the option of changing your region. However, it only works for PC players. You can change the region by simply clicking on the globe icon, which is just above the settings button.

There, you will find different regions available for you to play. Pick the region which is closest to yours so you don’t get a high ping. Ping matters a lot in games like Overwatch 2, so don’t start competitive queues before getting a stable ping.

Check The NAT Type

The NAT Type fix is only applicable to Xbox and PlayStation users. The NAT stands for Network Address Translation. On PlayStation and Xbox, you can check your NAT Type under the internet settings. Either it will be listed as strict or as moderate.

What’s important is that you need to make sure it is not Strict/3/C. If it is Strict/3/C, then you will need to contact your internet service provider so it can be changed to Moderate/2/B. The NAT Type Moderate/2/B is safe to use, and it will allow you to connect with different servers of the game.

Change Your DNS Server

By default, you use the DNS server, which is given by your internet service provider. However, there is always an option of using a third-party DNS Server in order to increase your network speed and to connect with Overwatch 2’s server more efficiently so that you can get rid of the error.

Changing the DNS server is simple if you know where to look at. Moreover, you can easily change the DNS server back to default if you no longer need it. In order to change the DNS server, you will first need to open to control panel.

1. In the Control panel, you will find Network and Internet; click on it.

   

2. Then click on Network and Sharing Center.
3. There you will find the option Change Adapter Settings on the left side. Click on it.

   

4. Then right-click on the connection you want to change your DNS Server of and go to the properties.
5. In Properties, you will need to tick on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCIP/IPv4) and go to its properties.

   

6. When the properties window box opens, tick the Use the following DNS Server address at the bottom and enter 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4. Then press OK. The DNS Server mentioned is of Google, and it is safe and secure.

   

Final Words

All in all, one of these five fixes will resolve the Error code LC 208 that you are facing in Overwatch 2 in no time. If these fixes don’t work, then it is obvious that the fault is Overwatch 2’s end. In that case, all you can do is wait unless they resolve the issue.

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