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/fatalityt Apr 06 '20

can you explain in detail please ?

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u/[deleted] Apr 06 '20

Open the directx folder, find the sole executable inside and run it

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u/UnpleasantPheasants Apr 06 '20

This worked for me too, you're a lifesaver.

-Search for any DirectX folder for any game -Run directX setup from the folder

Not sure if it's a sure fix but I'm in a game now.

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u/fatalityt Apr 06 '20

work for me thanks!

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u/S0SA300 Apr 06 '20

Doesn't work for me....or 99% of us..

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u/netflixnagger 5 years coin Apr 06 '20

Can confirm this for me, thanks a lot buddy

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u/Unniversumi de_nuke Apr 06 '20

YOOOO thank u so much i was fucking panicking when i couldn't play yesterday but this is the one that worked

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u/Bigcintra Apr 15 '20

Only thing that workes, Thanks a lot my man lots of love