Fix Black Ops 6 'Join Failed' Version Error Guide

*Call of Duty: Black Ops 6* has arrived, but it's not without its hiccups. One frustrating issue is preventing gamers from joining their friends, specifically the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error. Here's how to tackle this annoying problem and get back to playing with your squad.

How To Deal With the Black Ops 6 “Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version” Error

This error essentially means that your game isn't updated to the latest version. The first step is to head back to the lobby and allow the game to update. In theory, this should fix the issue, but many players are still encountering the error even after checking the menu.

The next step is to restart the game entirely. This should prompt the game to update to the latest version. Sure, it might take a few minutes to get back into the action, but *Black Ops 6* isn't going anywhere, and you'll have plenty of time to play. Just tell your friends to hold on and maybe grab a quick snack.

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If you've tried both of these steps and the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error persists, there's one more trick to try. When I encountered this error while trying to play with a friend, we found that searching for a match allowed them to join my party. It didn't work right away, but after backing out a few times, we were able to get back into a lobby and ready to play. While it's not the most straightforward solution, it's better than giving up entirely.

And that's how you can fix the *Black Ops 6* "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error. Don't let this issue keep you from enjoying the game with your friends.

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