How To Fix warzone And Modern Warfare error code 38?

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Warzone And Modern Warfare Error Code 38

Are you getting the error code 38 with warzone or Modern Warfare? If yes then in this post we are going to provide you with possible troubleshoots to fix the issue.

If Error Code 38 occurs you will not be able to join the matches, and for some users, this error code will not let the game to load completely.


Possible Reasons For warzone And Modern Warfare error code 38


  • There is some temporary issue with the device on which you are playing warzone or Modern Warfare.
  • The issue is related to the recent update, or you may have any pending updates.
  • Your internet connection is unstable or slow.

How To Fix warzone & Modern Warfare error code 38?


Fix 1: The Issue Is Related To Recent Update

If you started getting the error soon after you updated that game then the issue is related to the recent update. In this case, wait till the resolution comes in the next update or contact the game support.

You can also try the solutions given below maybe they let you fix the issue.


Fix 2: Check The Game for any pending update

Check if you have any pending updates for the game. If yes then please consider updating it. Once your game is up to date, check if the issue has been resolved or not.

Note: below we are proving the steps to check updates for Warzone. The steps to check updates for Modern Warfare are also very much similar.

For PC

  • Visit Battle.net.
  • Choose Warzone.
  • Tap the Gear icon just after the “Play” Button.
  • Then tap “Check for Update“.
  • If doing this doesn’t work, then tap “Scan and repair“.

For Consoles

  • Close Warzone.
  • Then visit your Game Library.
  • Look for Warzone and then tap on “Options“.
  • Tap “Check for Update” on PlayStation.
  • And if you have Xbox then tap “Manage Game” -> “Downloads”.

Fix 3: Power Cycle Your Device

The issue can also be related to some temporary glitches with the device on which you are playing the warzone or Modern Warfare. So perform a power cycle on the device on which you are playing the game.

  • Power off your device.
  • Then unplug the device’s power cable from the power outlet.
  • Now, wait for around 60 seconds.
  • After that plug in the device power cable back to the power outlet.
  • Now check if it fixes the issue.

Fix 4: Check your Internet

In case your internet connectivity is unstable or has slow internet speed then this can also lead you to this issue.

So connect any other app with your wifi and check if the other app is working perfectly or not. Also, check your internet speed.

If you get that your internet is unstable or it has slow internet speed then please power cycle your router by following the steps given below.

  • Unplug your router power cable from the power outlet.
  • Now, wait for around 60 seconds.
  • After that plug in the router power cable back to the power outlet.
  • Now check if it fixes the issue.

Note: If Power cycling the router doesn’t fix the issue with the internet then please contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider).


Fix 5: Reinstall The Game

If you have tried everything listed above then the last resort which you can try is to reinstall the game after uninstalling it.

Reinstalling the game is a very easy solution to fix bugs with the game. So try reinstalling the game and check if it fixes the issue.


Fix 6: Contact Support

If none of the troubleshoots let you fix the issue then please contact the game support for better help and advice.


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