Error Code VAL 5 in Valorant: 5 Ways to Fix it

The main cause is usually the VGC service

3 min. read

Published onOctober 28, 2024

published onOctober 28, 2024

Share this article

Improve this guide

Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more

Users can often encounter the error code VAL 5, and this error will prevent you from playing Valorant entirely. Luckily, there are a few methods that you can use that can help you fix this error.

Why do I keep getting error code VAL 5?

This issue appears if you’re logged in to your account from multiple devices. If the Vanguard service isn’t running or if it’s not installed, you’ll also get this message.

How can I fix the Valorant error code VAL 5?

Before we try more complex solutions, try switching to an Ethernet connection. If you’re already using it, try using Wi-Fi instead. Restarting the router can also help.

1. Enable VGC service

2. Reinstall Vanguard

3. Log out of all Riot accounts

4. Disable IPv6

Some users recommend disabling IPv6 on your router as well, and to do this, check your router manual for instructions.

5. Use System Restore

Valorant error code VAL 5 can cause you a lot of trouble, but enabling the VGC service usually fixes this problem.

We also have a great guide onVanguard errors on Windows 11, so don’t miss it if you’re having additional problems.

This isn’t the only error you can encounter, and we already wrote aboutVanguard Error 84andValorant error code VAL 62in our previous guides, so feel free to check them out.

Error Code VAL 5 in Valorant: 5 Ways to Fix it#

How can I fix the Valorant error code VAL 5?#

1. Enable VGC service#

2. Reinstall Vanguard#

3. Log out of all Riot accounts#

4. Disable IPv6#

5. Use System Restore#