Error 4001 on Darktide: 4 Ways to Fix This Warhammer Issue

Note that missing game files might trigger this error

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Key notes

  • The Darktide error 4001 can often occur due to server issues.
  • You may encounter the error if the game file is corrupt or missing on your PC.
  • Running the game as an Administrator can fix the problem, so apply the below steps.
darktide error 4001

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is a newly released first-person action-adventure multiplayer video game. Though it’s not been long since its release, players report Darktide error 4001 alongside other errors they encounter with the game.

However, you can check Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III system requirements for PCs to avoid getting into errors.

What causes the Darktide error 4001?

Darktide error 4001 mostly appears when players get disconnected from the game server or are blocked from joining a party. An outdated game client on your PC is a common factor that causes the error. It means bugs are affecting the game because of the lack of updates.

Other factors that can cause the Darktide error 4001 to appear are:

  • Corrupt or missing game files – The Warhammer 40K: Darktide game client on your PC may run into the error 4001 if the game files are corrupted or missing. It means the files are not intact and can’t be accessible whenever the game needs them to play.
  • Third-party app interference – Apps like antivirus on your PC can block the game client from running correctly. Also, Windows Defender Firewall can block the game’s activities, causing it to run into errors.
  • Network connection issues – Players can encounter the Darktide error 4001 when joining a party due to server problems or internet issues from the party’s leader. So, it affects your game when you join.

Nevertheless, you can fix these problems by troubleshooting your PC and the game.

How do I fix the error 4001 on Darktide?

Apply the following preliminary checks:

If the error does appear, proceed with the solutions below.

1. Run the game as an Administrator

  1. Press the Windows + E key to open File Explorer.
  2. Navigate to the Warhammer 40k Darktide installation directory. Right-click the .exe file and select Properties from the drop-down.
  3. Navigate to the Compatibility tab and check the box for the Run this program as an administrator option.
  4. Click OK to save the changes.

Running Warhammer 40000 Darktide as an administrator will fix permission issues and allow the User Account Control (UAC) access to the PC.

Read our guide on what to do if running as administrator is not working on Windows 11.

2. Verify the integrity of game files

  1. Left-click the Start button and type Steam, then double-click to open it.
  2. Click the Library tab and search for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
  3. Right-click the game and select Properties from the drop-down.
  4. Click the Local Files tab and the Verify Integrity of Game Files button.

Verifying the game file integrity will check and repair any missing or corrupted files. If Verify the integrity of game files is not working on Steam, check our guide on how to fix it.

3. Update Warhammer 40,000: Darktide

  1. Left-click the Start button and type Steam, then double-click to open it.
  2. Click the Library tab and click on Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
  3. Right-click the game and select Properties from the drop-down.
  4. Go to the Updates tab and select the Always keep this game up-to-date option from the automatic updates menu.

If there is any update available, it will automatically download and install on the game. The updates will fix bugs causing the error.

4. Disable Windows Defender’s Real-Time Protection

  1. Left-click the Start button, type Windows security, and open it.
  2. Select the Virus & threat protection option, and click Manage settings.
  3. Toggle off the Real-time protection option to turn off Windows Defender Antivirus.

Disabling the Real-time protection will fix any issues with the Windows Defender antivirus and the game client on your PC.

The last resort for the error code 4001 in Warhammer 40K: Darktide is to wait while the servers are fully online. If by trying the earlier mentioned fixes, you can’t fix the problem, it indicates that it’s a server issue.

Likewise, you can check the Warhammer 40k: Darktide Twitter page if there’s any concern with the servers.

Alternatively, you can read about Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach issues and some effective fixes you can use.

Sadly, there are other problems you can encounter, and we wrote about the Darktide backend error in one of our previous guides, so don’t miss it.

Kindly leave your comments in the section below if you have any questions or suggestions.

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