How to fix Overwatch 2 BN-043 error: All causes & solutions

How to fix Overwatch 2 BN-043 error: All causes & solutions

Finding out how to fix the Overwatch 2 BN-043 error has been a returning pain for players, so here are both the causes and solutions to get you back in the game

28th Jul 2023 12:16

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Although not the first time it's come about, finding out how to fix Overwatch 2 error BN-043 has become a returning task for many players. Like many others, this particular bug is a nuisance that will stop those wishing to play from loading the game until it's solved. 

Usually caused by maintenance or server issues when reported on a wider scale, the best way to fix the Overwatch 2 BN-043 error is usually restarting the game and the Battle.net launcher - since needing a simple reset is oftentimes the main issue.

However, the BN-043 error can also come up depending on local network connectivity problems as well. What's more, the error may require a different fix depending on the server's side if the source of the problem does in fact lie there. 

So, all of the solutions for how to fix the Overwatch 2 BN-043 error are as follows:

  • Restart the game and Battle.Net launcher
  • Restart your internet connection
  • Find out if Blizzard's servers are down
  • Change your region in Battle.Net if your region's server is down
  • Check Blizzard's recent announcements for updates

If none of the above Overwatch 2 BN-043 error fixes work and the problem still persists, try submitting a support ticket at the Blizzard support site. As Blizzard still doesn't have error BN-043 listed on their help forum, reaching out directly will be your best bet for proper assistance. 

That's everything you need to know about how to fix the Overwatch 2 BN-043 error - including all causes and solutions.

Ben Williams

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Ben is a Senior Guides Writer at GGRecon. Alongside his BA (Hons) in Business Management is a wealth of gaming and entertainment writing experience, having previously occupied roles as a Copywriter in e-commerce at Overclockers and Guides & SEO Writer at GameByte and FragHero. When not whipping up guides and reviews, Ben’ll be off playing the latest Pokemon games, Overwatch 2, Spider-Man, The Witcher, and Final Fantasy - all before reading manga and listening to Ice Nine Kills.

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