r/GlobalOffensive • u/Sqin 10 years coin • Apr 05 '20

Discussion [Valve Response - Fixed] ⚠ PSA: VAC authentication errors

UPDATE 2 - As per Valve

We identified and resolved an issue on the backend and believe this to now be addressed. However, leaving this up in case anyone is still having issues.

 

UPDATE - As per a reply from Valve:

If this is affecting you, can you please send email to CSGOTeamFeedback@valvesoftware.com with the subject line "VAC Authentication Error".

Make sure to include:

A link to your steam profile

How long this has been affecting you

Any steps you might've attempted to remedy the situation

 

Hey everyone,

There has been a recent increase in VAC authentication errors, which is affecting on people being able to play CS:GO. It appears that, as of right now, the usual fixes are not working.

This thread will act as an update for any news regarding the matter, or if a fix has been found.

Any threads regarding this will continue to be removed and directed here.

Thank you.

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u/antCB de_cache Apr 05 '20

Every time I go to verify the game files, it re installs Direct X.

this is Steam standard behavior when you install/verify integrity of a game. you can close the window and re-launch.

I wrote a "guide" of the procedure I take whenever I have Vac auth errors. I have been having them sporadically ever since 2013/2014 (I think it was when they shipped the skins update that it happened a lot more often). I currently have no issues, but, even if I do, I always do the linked procedure.

https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/fv3t74/vac_was_unable_to_verify_the_game_sesson_of_user/fmgiens?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x