How to Fix Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games
The first reason for the aforementioned error could be due to the server issue with the Battle net client. The second reason could be attributed to that single game’s server issues and not of the entire Blizzard client. Likewise, it could also be possible that your antivirus software is conflicting with the proper working of the game.
Finally, one or two corrupt game files could throw in the said error. As far as the fixes are concerned, except for the first two, all the others could be carried out from your end itself. With that said, here are the different methods to fix the Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games. Let’s begin.
Method 1: Check Battle.Net servers
As mentioned before, the issue could be because of a server outage with the battle.Net servers. If you are trying to launch multiple Blizzard games, but you aren’t able to access any one of them, then it could be a result of server issues. The best way to check this out is by heading over to websites like DownDetector or Outage. Report. If it indeed shows some issues with the server, and all you can do is wait until the server is live again.
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But at the same time, we would suggest you keep a check on the official Twitter account of Blizzard. They might post updates related to the server issues, the estimated time of fix, and other such important issues. Keep all these points in mind while going ahead for the fix related to the Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games. However, if the issue is just with a single game and all other Blizzard games are working as expected, then head over to the next fix given below.
Method 2: Switch Region (for Individual Game’s Server issue)
If the issue is just with a single Blizzard game, and all the other games from that developer are working well and good, then the issue could be attributed to the server issues with just that game. In that case, the best workaround will be to change the server region for that game. here is how this could be done:
- Launch the Battle.Net application on your PC and click on your username.
- From the menu that appears, select Logout.
- Once you are logged out of your account you will be taken to the login page. At the top left of which should be the server selection option, click on it.
- This time select a different server region than what you had initially chosen.
- Once that is done, login with your credentials and see if the Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games has been fixed or not.
Method 3: Fix Battle.net Error #2 by Disabling Antivirus
In some cases, an antivirus or firewall application might also flag the Battle.Net client as false-positive. In that case, you could either disable the antivirus or Windows Defender program or uninstall the Firewall app. Let’s check out the steps to disable the Windows Defender on your PC:
- Head over to the Start menu and search for Control Panel.
- Within that, go to System and Security followed by Windows Defender.
- Under the Defender page, click on Turn Windows Defender Firewall On or Off.
- Then under both the Private Network Settings and Public Network Settings, select Turn off Windows Defender Firewall.
- When that is done, restart your PC and see if the Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games error is there or not.
- If you are still facing this error, then first off, turn on the Windows Defender and then try uninstalling the Firewall as well. For that, use the Windows+R shortcut key combination to launch the Run dialog box. Type in appwiz.cpl and hit Enter.
- This will take you to the Programs and Features page. Select the preferred antivirus program, right-click on it, and select Uninstall. Restart your PC and check for the Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games. If it is still there, then head over to the next fix given below.
Method 4: Fix Battle.net Error #2 Using Scan and Repair Feature
If there are some in-game missing files, then you might be greeted with the said error as well. Manually finding the corrupted or missing files might be a tough nut to crack. However, the Battle Net Client seems to have taken a good note of the same. There is a baked-in Scan & Repair feature that will automatically add and/or remove the desired files to rectify the error.
But before using this feature, make sure that the game you are having issues with, is completely closed. None of its background processes should be running as well (which could be checked via Task Manager). Once you are sure of that, proceed with the below steps:
- Launch the Battle.Net client on your PC.
- head over to the Games section and select the game that is showing the said error.
- Now click on Options and from the drop-down menu that appears, select the Scan & Repair option.
- You will now get a Scan and Repair Installation Prompt, click on the Begin Scan button.
- Wait for the process to finish, and when that is done, restart your PC. Now launch the game and the issue should be rectified.
With this, we conclude the guide on how to fix Battle.net Error #2 with Blizzard Games. We have shared four different methods for the same, any one of which should do its job. Do let us know in the comments which method worked out in your favor. Rounding off, here are some iPhone Tips and Tricks, PC tips and tricks, and Android Tips and Trick that deserve your attention as well.
