Like any game, bugs can occur, which is frustrating when all you want to do is play. The most common error code in Genshin Impact is 4201, and here’s what you can do to fix it.

How to solve Genshin Impact error code 4201

The following steps will likely help if you’re playing Genshin Impact onPC. If that doesn’t work, I’m afraid you’ll have to wait it out until the servers are fixed.

Run as an administrator

The first thing totry is running Genshin Impact as an administrator. If you haven’t changed the game installer’s file location, the location should be Local Disk C > Program Files > Genshin Impact > Genshin Impact Game.

The last thing to note is when you go to play Genshin Impact, a small window will appear saying:Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your device?Click on Yes, as clicking No will close the game.

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Change your DNS settings

If you’re still trying to learn how to fix server-related error 4201 in Genshin Impact, there is one more approach. It’s a more complicated solution that involves changing your VPN. Doing this might make it so you may play the game, but you’ll have super high ping, which will cause the game to feel like it’s lagging; it will not be smooth at all. To use this option, having really good internet is a requirement!

This method may or may not work, but if it does work, the gameplay isn’t going to be as buttery smooth as you’re bouncing signals all over the place instead of only your modem. You need excellent internet for this method to be effective. We’ll update you if any new information is found about this error!

Genshin Impact installation folder

What is Genshin Impact error code 4201?

Genshin Impact error code 4201 is a server-related error that can occur on PC, PS4, and mobile devices. The error typically occurs when the Genshin Impact servers are down or overloaded. Most error codes from the 4000 are either your VPN (Virtual Private Network), network region location, or it’s server-related.

For more help with Gensin Impact errors, look atGenshin Impact Error Codes List (and how to fix them)here at Pro Game Guides.

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