How To Fix the Black Ops 6 ‘Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version’ Error

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is experiencing a frustrating issue preventing players from joining friends' matches due to version discrepancies. This guide explains how to resolve the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error.

Troubleshooting the Black Ops 6 Version Mismatch Error

The error indicates your game isn't fully updated. The simplest solution is to return to the main menu and allow the game to update. However, many players report this doesn't always work.

If the error persists after attempting an in-game update, restarting Black Ops 6 is the next recommended step. This forces a fresh update check. While this adds a few minutes to your playtime, it's a necessary troubleshooting step.

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Should the problem remain, there's a less conventional workaround: Try searching for a match. In some cases, this allows friends to join your party, even if the initial attempt failed. You might need to try this a few times before it works.

This concludes the troubleshooting steps for the "Join Failed Because You Are on a Different Version" error in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone are currently available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.