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Genshin Impact “Failed to Check For Updates” Error and How To Fix

Emil JohnBy Emil JohnDecember 11, 2021No Comments2 Mins Read

There are many players complaining about facing this “failed to check for updates” error in Genshin Impact, so let us guide you through it.

Genshin Impact is an open-world action role-playing game that is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, Microsoft Windows, iOS, and will also release on the Nintendo Switch. 

Players have come across this error that says “ Failed To Check For Updates, Try Again” every time they try to log into the game. If you’re freaking out that your game couldn’t launch or tried a lot of fixes but yet failed then you’ll surely find out the solution after reading this guide.

How To Fix “Failed To Check For Updates” Error In Genshin Impact

Two methods can help you log into your game error-free.

First Method

  • Go open your C Drive on PC
  • Go to Program Files Folder
  • After clicking on Program File you’ll access Genshin Impact Folder
  • Locate your Launcher File 
  • Click your Launcher File 
  • Select Properties
  • Open the Compatibility Tab
  • Select “ Run This Program As Administrator “
  • Press Apply and then OK 

Run your game, upgrade it and play.

Second Method

  • Open your Control Panel 
  • Make sure you’re connected to the internet 
  • Open Network And Sharing Center
  • Open Change Adapter Settings
  • Right-click your Network Adapter And Select Properties
  • Select Internet Protocol 4[TCP/IPV4]
  • Click on the Properties 
  • Select “ Use The Following DNS Server Addresses “
  • Type 1.1.1.1 in preferred DNS
  • Type 1.0.0.1 in alternate DNS 
  • Press OK

Close the windows after these settings and all your problems should be fixed.

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