Fixed : Disconnected From Patching Server PoE2

If you’re getting “Disconnected from patching server” in Path of Exile 2 (PoE2) or even PoE1, it usually means the game client can’t connect to the patching server, either due to:

• Network issues on your end

• Firewall or antivirus blocking connections

• Server problems on GGG’s end

• VPN/proxy interference

• Corrupt game files

🔧 Fix: “Disconnected from Patching Server” in Path of Exile (PoE2)

✅ 1. Check Path of Exile Server Status

• Visit: https://www.pathofexile.com/status

• If there’s an outage or maintenance, you’ll need to wait it out.

✅ 2. Restart the Game & PC

• Fully close the game and restart your PC to reset any stuck network sessions or background processes.

• If using Steam, restart Steam as well.

✅ 3. Run as Administrator

• Right-click on the Path of Exile launcher or shortcut

• Select “Run as administrator”

• This can help bypass permission issues that interfere with patching

✅ 4. Disable Antivirus / Firewall Temporarily

• Some firewalls or antivirus programs (especially Windows Defender, Norton, McAfee, etc.) may block access to GGG’s patching servers.

• Temporarily disable them and try again.

• If it works, add PoE.exe and launcher.exe to the firewall/antivirus exceptions list.

✅ 5. Flush DNS + Restart Modem

You might be dealing with a DNS cache issue:

Open Command Prompt (as Administrator) and run:

Then restart your modem/router and relaunch the game.

✅ 6. Avoid VPNs or Proxies

• If you’re using a VPN, try turning it off.

• If you’re not using one and the issue persists, try using a VPN to test if the routing from your ISP is the issue.

✅ 7. Switch to a Different Gateway

In the game launcher:

• Click the gear icon in the top right.

• Select a different gateway (server region) (e.g., from NA → EU).

• Restart the game.

✅ 8. Verify Game Files

On Steam:

1. Right-click Path of Exile in your Library

2. Go to Properties > Installed Files > Verify integrity of game files

On Standalone Client:

• Open the Path of Exile launcher

• It should auto-check files and download missing patches

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🆘 Still Not Working?

If none of the above helps, contact Grinding Gear Games Support here:
👉 https://www.pathofexile.com/support

They may ask for:

• A DxDiag report

• Your network setup

• Any error logs from your logs folder