When it comes to MMORPGs, World of Warcraft Classic is the one to light the torch. Years after its release, many fans still actively play the game and it has a huge player base even today. Throughout the years, several issues have cropped up, among which is the issue with the Questie addon. So, if you are facing the Questie error during initialization in WOW Classic, here is how you can fix it.
Questie, if you did not know, is an addon for World of Warcraft Classic which shows the quest locations and objectives on the map, making it easier for you to find where to go. However, every now and then, players like yourself have been running into an issue where Questie doesn’t load correctly. Every time they log in or reload the game, they get an error message, which stops the addon from working properly. As a result, the quest markers might not show up, making it harder to complete quests efficiently. So, this guide includes all the workarounds you need to fix the issue for good.
WOW Classic Questi error during initialization: How to fix it
In May, a fix was implemented for this issue, but even after that, there might be players encountering the same problem. Unfortunately, there isn’t a guaranteed fix for those who have downloaded the fix and still facing the issue. But don’t lose hope; there are some potential solutions that might help resolve the problem. These fixes, although not guaranteed, are worth a shot!
Restart
The first thing you should try when encountering the Questie error is to restart both your game and your PC. Sometimes, a simple reboot can clear temporary issues or conflicts that might be causing the error. Restarting ensures that all processes start fresh, which might resolve the problem without needing to take further steps. After restarting, launch the game again to see if the error has been fixed.
Update Questie to the Latest Version
Next, what you can do is check if you are using the latest version of Questie. The developers regularly release updates that address bugs and improve compatibility with the game. To update, you can use an addon manager like CurseForge or manually download the latest version from the official GitHub page and replace the old files in your WoW Classic addons folder. After updating, restart the game to see if the error persists.
Edit QuestieEvent.lua
As a temporary fix for the Questie error, you can edit the QuestieEvent.lua file located in the following path: ..\World of Warcraft\_classic_era_\Interface\AddOns\Questie\Database\Corrections\. Here, find the QuestieEvent.lua file and open it with Notepad. Next, go to line 237, then change the entry for “Children’s Week” from startDate = “1/5”, endDate = “7/5” to startDate = “7/5”, endDate = “7/5”. After this adjustment, restart the game and check if this fixes the issues with Questie.
Use the Launcher
Here is another fix: try using the game launcher to address the problem. Click the settings button to the right of the “Launch” button on the launcher, find your WoW Classic era folder, and check your addons folder. Sometimes, files might not be extracted correctly if the entire zip file is placed in the add-ons folder. Instead, copy the contents of the zip file, paste them directly into the addons folder, and delete the old zip file. This should properly register and load Questie, potentially resolving the error.
Remove Alchemy quest (Transmutation Mastery)
Another potential workaround to try is removing the alchemy quest to see if it prevents the Questie error from occurring. Some players have found that specific quests, like those related to professions, can sometimes cause issues with Questie. To test this, abandon your current alchemy quest and then reload the game. If the error no longer appears, it could indicate that the quest was contributing to the problem. You can always pick up the quest again later if needed.
Disable Other Addons
Conflicts between add-ons can often cause errors. If you have multiple addons installed, try disabling all other addons except Questie to see if the error still occurs. If the error goes away, you can enable your other addons one by one to identify which one is causing the conflict. Once you’ve found the problematic addon, you can choose to disable it permanently or search for a compatibility fix.
Reinstall Questie
If updating doesn’t work, you might need to reinstall Questie entirely. To do this, delete the Questie addon from your addons folder, and then download and install a fresh copy. Reinstalling can sometimes fix issues that occur due to corrupted files or improper installations. After reinstalling, launch the game and see if the error has been resolved.
Check for Game Updates
Sometimes, the error may be related to the game itself, especially if there’s been a recent update. Make sure your game client is fully updated, as Blizzard may have released a patch that conflicts with Questie. Keeping both your game and add-ons up-to-date can help avoid compatibility issues.
With those workarounds, we hope that you were able to solve the errors with Questie and enjoy WOW Classic without any interruptions. Now, before you leave, don’t forget to bookmark DigiStatement for more gaming reads like this. Read more: How to Reset Questie WOW Classic?
