Call of Duty: Warzone boasts a massive player base and a wealth of content, including Battle Royale and Resurgence modes, and the challenging Mastery Camo system. However, server connectivity problems can quickly dampen the fun.
Like any online multiplayer game, especially those with large simultaneous player counts, server issues are frustrating. Warzone is not immune. This guide helps you diagnose and address potential disruptions.
Updated January 14, 2025, by Max Candelarezi: Server problems frequently arise after updates in Call of Duty: Warzone, leading to disruptions, crashes, and matchmaking difficulties. Knowing the current server status and determining if the problem originates from the servers or your own system is vital. This article has been updated with a dedicated section on server status (Is Warzone Currently Experiencing Server Issues?), prompted by a recent minor issue affecting matchmaking, causing either complete inaccessibility to game modes or significantly increased wait times.
Several reliable methods can help you determine if Warzone servers are experiencing problems and find solutions.
The easiest way to check server status is via Activision's Support Online website. This site provides real-time updates on server status for all Call of Duty games, including Warzone. Any issues, maintenance schedules, or specific problems are clearly displayed.
The Call of Duty Updates Twitter/X account serves as a direct communication channel with the community. It provides timely updates on issues, errors, updates, and scheduled maintenance for Warzone and other CoD titles. Server outages or maintenance are announced here with detailed information.
As of January 13, 2025, Call of Duty: Warzone servers are operational. A minor post-patch issue on the same day disrupted matchmaking, preventing access to matches. However, developers swiftly resolved this, acknowledging the problem (prolonged matchmaking times or inability to access the game) via Twitter and implementing a fix within hours. The issue is resolved, and additional fixes for other in-game problems have been deployed. Players can now access matches without interruption.
If you encounter connectivity problems in Call of Duty: Warzone, try these troubleshooting steps: