If you’re encountering the “DICEONLINEERROR_UNKNOWN” or similar server-related errors when trying to play Battlefield 6, here’s what’s going on—and how you might resolve it.
What’s Going On?
During the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, many players have reported errors like:
These errors typically show up after waiting in matchmaking queues and seem to stem from server overload or general connectivity issues.
From community reports on EA’s forums, a common fix has been:
Repairing the game within the EA App or launcher, which has helped some players clear the error—but occasionally leads to being stuck on loading screens afterward.
What You Can Do—Fixes to Try
| Step | What to Try | Why It Might Help |
|---|---|---|
| 1⃣ | Repair Game Files via EA App or Steam. | Fixes corrupted game data that might trigger errors. |
| 2⃣ | Clear the EA App cache on PC. | Removes stale or corrupted data that could disrupt server connections. |
| 3⃣ | Restart the game or EA App. | A basic but often effective reset—many server hiccups resolve after a simple relaunch. |
| 4⃣ | Try again later or during off-peak hours. | Overload from high player volume can be temporary. |
| 5⃣ | If you’re seeing an infinite loading screen, you’re not alone—DICE is aware and actively restarting servers to address it. |
What Players Are Saying
“I’m dealing with the same exact issue on PC.” — EA Forums user describing the “DICEONLINEERROR_UNKNOWN” problem
“Sol… by repairing the game in the EA launcher, now I’m stuck in the loading screen after finding a match xD.” — Another user echoing the catch-22 situation of the repair fix.
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Summary & Next Steps
Start with repairing or verifying your game files, depending on your launcher (EA App or Steam).
Clear your cache and restart the game—sometimes that’s enough to reset your session.
If errors persist, wait 30 minutes and try again, especially during off-peak times.
Check official EA support, or capture screenshots and report the issue if it persists:
For general error troubleshooting: EA Help page for Battlefield 6
For known infinite loading bug: DICE is restarting servers, but you may need to retry periodically.
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