Recently, Helldivers 2 players have been encountering the error message “Request 16 Error 0 Status 504” which prevents them from playing the game. Errors like these can be frustrating for players as they can disrupt the gaming experience.
This error usually occurs when the game client is unable to receive a timely response from the server side which leads to a gateway timeout. In the context of Helldivers 2, the game’s client is experiencing delays or disconnections when trying to communicate with the game servers. In this article below we will try to look for potential fixes that can resolve this error.
Server Issue
It might be possible that the game servers are currently down or undergoing maintenance, so it is best to check the official website or Twitter handle to check for any server outage notifications. Here’s the link to their official Twitter handle. You can also visit the Downdector website for any ongoing server outages.
Network Configuration Issue
Sometimes your local network settings may interfere with the connection between the game’s client and servers especially if there are certain firewall settings in place. So make sure that no firewall settings are blocking the connection to the game servers. Also, you try disabling any proxy or VPN servers, in case you are using them.
Internet or Router Issue
Make sure your internet connection is stable and functioning correctly. You can also try to restart the modem or router to refresh your connection.
Insights from the Reddit community
A recent Reddit post has also shed some light on the same issue. Have a look at the Reddit post down below.
Here several users can be seen reporting this error and discussing the same. Well, it is prevalent from this Reddit post that this error has been encountered by a vast number of users. All the comments in this Reddit post indicate that this problem stems from the server side and can be due to maintenance or unexpected
disruptions. One humorous comment from a user, EliteHusky_Hyper suggested applying for a role at Arrowhead to speed up the fix.
Insights from the Steam Community
Players in the Steam community have also encountered this error. While the following fixes may not work for everyone, they have helped some players resolve the issue:
1. Accepting the Invite Fix
A player named Tyronius The Developer experienced the error, remained on the error screen for a while, and then accepted a friend’s invite. Surprisingly, this allowed him to log in to the game. You can try this method as well. A screenshot of this workaround is provided below for reference.
2. Watching the Cutscene & Trying to Log In
Another player, Oddthorn, suggests watching the cutscene and repeatedly trying to log in when the error screen appears. Eventually, this method helped them bypass the issue and access the game.
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