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The BAT error in Destiny 2 is an annoying one, but there may be a way to fix it.

You’ve sat down and logged ontoDestiny 2. Your build ready, you drop straight into a Grandmaster Nightfall or a raid with friends — only to be kicked to the start screen with a bigBAT error code.

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Here’s what the BAT error code means in Destiny 2 and a few fixes you can try.

What is error code BAT in Destiny 2?

Error code BAT is caused bypoor connection qualitybetween your device and the Destiny 2 servers. This error pops up most often when searching for an activity or shortly after an update/maintenance.

In thehelp pagefor the BAT error code, Bungie describes the problem as a “general networking error” but doesn’t give much information about its cause. This error isn’t always something you can control. The issue may be on Bungie’s end, as has been seen after a major expansion release due to an influx of players.

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As a result, the issue may be out of your hands and you’ll have to wait for Bungie to fix the problem on their end. But what if it’s not Bungie? There are a few ways to test whether the BAT error is on your end.

Fixes for error code BAT in Destiny 2

We always recommend attempting a game restart before proceeding with any other fix. If you’re still encountering BAT errors in Destiny 2, here are a few things you can try:

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Is the error an actual swarm of bats? No. (Image via Bungie)

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Here are a few fixes you can try. (Image via Bungie)

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