How To Fix xbox error code 0x87e50033?

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xbox error code 0x87e50033

According to the information shared on the Xbox website, users may experience the error code 0x87e50033 with Xbox while launching a game or app.

If you are getting the same error then in this post we are going to share the possible troubleshoots to fix the Xbox error code 0x87e50033.


How To Fix xbox error code 0x87e50033?


Fix 1: Try launching the game or app again

The very first thing which you should do to resolve the error is to relaunch the game or app. 

  • Press the Xbox button on the controller.
  • Then by using the controller highlight the game or app which you are trying to use.
  • Then press the Menu button.
  • Then tap Quit, and if in case you don’t find the quit option then it’s already closed.
  • Now, wait for around 10 to 20 seconds.
  • Then relaunch the game or app.

Fix 2: Check for Updates

If relaunching the game or app does not fix the issue then you should check if Xbox firmware needs to be updated. And if yes then please consider updating the Xbox firmware to check if this fixes the issue or not.

  • Press the Xbox button on the controller.
  • Tap on Profile.
  • Tap system.
  • Tap Settings.
  • Tap System.
  • Tap Updates.
  • Now check if you can see any Pending Updates, if yes then please consider installing it.

Fix 3: Check Xbox Server Status

If your Xbox has the latest firmware but you are still getting the error then check if the Xbox server is under maintenance or it’s facing any outrage.

To check Xbox server status visit here, and check if there is any information about any server issues and outages. If yes then this may be the reason behind the error, and you have to wait till their server gets back to normal.


Fix 4: power cycle Xbox console With Router

If the Xbox server is live with no issue then power cycle your Xbox console with your router.

  • Unplug your router power cable from the electric wall outlet.
  • Then power off the Xbox console and unplug the console power cable from the wall outlet.
  • Now, wait for around 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Then plug in the router power cable, and wait for it to fully starts.
  • Once the router is fully started, plug in the console power cable and power it on.
  • Then connect the console to the router and check if it fixes the issue or not.

Fix 5: Hard Reset Console

If nothing above is working then hard resting the console and re-downloading the game.

  • Press the Xbox button on the controller.
  • Tap on Profile.
  • Tap system.
  • Tap Settings.
  • Tap System.
  • Tap Console info.
  • Tap Reset console.
  • On the Reset your console page, you have to choose between three options, and you can choose any of the options. But our suggestion will be to choose “Reset and keep my games & apps.
  • once the hard reset is done, check if the issue has been resolved or not.

Fix 6: Contact Xbox

If you have tried everything but still getting the error then our suggestion for you will be to contact the Xbox support team to report the issue.


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