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Daniel Hidalgo
2022-01-12 06:49:58

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If you are a DayZ user and you don't know how to fix unexpected authentication error, in this article we will tell you how to do it.

What is the unexpected authentication error in DayZ about?


This is one of the most common errors in the game, which prevents users from accessing it and therefore being able to play. The problem is that there is no official solution from the developers, but luckily this guide will tell you how to fix it.

How to fix unexpected authentication error in DayZ? - Internet


If you are a PC user, the first thing we recommend you do is make sure that your internet connection is stable enough. But if everything is in order in this regard, you will have to try to clear the Internet cache.

For the latter, the first thing you have to do is close the game> access the Control Panel> then Network and Internet> Network Connections> identify your network adapter and right-click on it> click "Disable". Wait a few seconds and right-click on it again to activate it.
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How to fix unexpected authentication error in DayZ? - Administrator


Another even faster solution is to run the game as an administrator. To do this, before opening the shortcut, you will have to right click on it and select "Run as administrator".

How to fix unexpected authentication error in DayZ? - Game files




Another good option is to verify the integrity of the game files. For this you will have to access Steam Launcher> Library> right click on the game> Properties> Local files> Verify the integrity of the files.

After completing the verification process, you will have to close both the game and Steam and proceed to restart the system. Even before turning it back on, you can unplug your computer from power for a few minutes before plugging it back in to turn it on.

How to fix unexpected Xbox authentication error in DayZ?




If you are an Xbox user, you will have to start by clearing the cache on the console. To do this, you will have to press and hold the power button for about 15 seconds or until the light turns off completely. Then you will have to unplug the power cord for at least 3 minutes. After this time you will have to reconnect it to turn on the console as you normally would, which will have cleared the cache.

It would also be good to check the status of your console by visiting the official Xbox Live and PSN websites, as it may require maintenance.

How to fix unexpected authentication error in DayZ? - Servers




It will always be possible that the error is not in our hands, but in the hands of the game, so we also recommend that you check the social networks of the game to verify if everything is in order with the servers.

 That's all you need to know about how to fix the unexpected authentication error in DayZ, so now that we've come to the end, we hope you'll be able to fix the problem ASAP.