Apex Legends No Servers Found: Fixes That Work

If you’re seeing “no servers found” in Apex Legends, it usually means the game can’t reach EA’s matchmaking servers, and the fix is to repair your connection, update the game, or change your server region. This error appears most often on PC and console when the network handshake between your client and the server list fails. Below are the proven steps to get you back into the lobby, plus the reasons it happens and how to prevent it.

What Causes the “No Servers Found” Error

The error is not a ban or a bug in your game files—it’s a connectivity issue. Apex Legends fetches a list of available data centers from EA’s servers when you open the game. If that request times out or is blocked, the game shows an empty server list. Common triggers include:

• Your internet connection dropped or changed IPs while the game was loading.
• EA’s servers are down for maintenance or an outage.
• Your router or firewall is blocking the game’s ports.
• The game client is outdated and can’t authenticate with the server.
• Your system’s DNS cache has stale or corrupted entries.
• VPN or proxy software is interfering with the connection.

Quick Fixes to Try First

Start with these simple steps—they resolve the majority of cases:

1. Restart the game completely. Close Apex Legends and relaunch it. This forces a fresh server list request.
2. Restart your router and PC/console. Power cycle both to clear temporary network glitches.
3. Check EA server status. Visit the official EA Help Twitter or the server status page on ea.com. If servers are down, you’ll need to wait.
4. Update the game. On Steam, Origin, or Epic, verify that Apex is fully updated. On console, check for system updates too.

Change Your Server Region

Sometimes the default data center is unreachable, but others work fine. To change it:

1. Launch Apex Legends and wait on the title screen (the one with the “Press any key” prompt).
2. Do not press anything. After a few seconds, a text prompt appears at the bottom: “Press [key] to access Data Center.”
3. Press that key (usually R on PC, or the corresponding button on console).
4. A list of data centers appears. Select one that shows a low ping and a reasonable player count.
5. Press the confirm key to save your choice.

If the list is empty, try a different region anyway—sometimes only one region fails to load.

Network-Level Fixes

If the error persists, the problem is likely in your network path. Try these in order:

• Flush DNS cache: Open Command Prompt as administrator and run ipconfig /flushdns. On console, restart your router.
• Use Google’s DNS: Change your DNS to 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 in your router settings or in Windows network adapter settings.
• Disable VPN/proxy: Turn off any VPN or proxy service and try again.
• Allow the game through your firewall: Add Apex Legends to the exceptions list in Windows Defender or your router’s firewall.
• Port forwarding: If you’re on PC, forward the following ports to your local IP: 1024-1124 (UDP), 18000 (TCP), 30000-30009 (UDP), 9960-9969 (UDP). On console, you may need to enable UPnP instead.

Platform-Specific Steps

The fix can differ slightly depending on where you play:

• Steam: Right-click Apex Legends in your library, select Properties, then Local Files, and click “Verify integrity of game files.”
• Origin/EA app: In the app, go to Game Library, right-click Apex, and choose “Repair.”
• PlayStation: Go to Settings > Network > Set Up Internet Connection, and choose “Use Wi-Fi” or “Use LAN Cable,” then set DNS to manual and enter 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4.
• Xbox: Press the Xbox button, go to Profile & system > Settings > General > Network settings > Advanced settings > DNS settings > Manual, and set the same Google DNS.

When Nothing Works: Advanced Troubleshooting

If you’ve tried everything above and still see no servers, the issue might be deeper:

• Reinstall the game. This is a last resort, but it fixes corrupted files that verification might miss.
• Check for ISP throttling. Some internet providers throttle gaming traffic. Try connecting through a different network (like a mobile hotspot) to test.
• Disable IPv6. In Windows, go to Network Settings > Change adapter options, right-click your connection, Properties, and uncheck “Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6).”
• Contact EA Support. If the error is account-specific, they can check if your account is flagged.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Apex Legends say “no servers found” even though my internet works?
Your internet works for browsing, but the game requires specific ports and a stable connection to EA’s data centers. A firewall, VPN, or ISP block can prevent the game from reaching the server list.

Can I fix this error without restarting my router?
Yes, often you can just restart the game or change your server region. But if the issue is a stale IP lease, a router restart is the quickest fix.

Is “no servers found” a ban?
No, it’s a connection error. Bans show a different message about account suspension or violation.

How long does an EA server outage last?
It varies—from a few minutes to several hours. Check the official EA status page for updates.

Does using a VPN help or hurt?
Usually hurts. A VPN adds latency and can be blocked by EA’s anti-cheat. Only use a VPN if your ISP is throttling gaming traffic, and then choose a server close to your region.

Will reinstalling the game delete my progress?
No, your progress is tied to your EA account, not local files. Reinstalling only removes the game files.

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