Final Fantasy XIV is an online-based multiplayer game, so players need an internet connection to play the game. But, sometimes players can’t connect to the game due to some errors.
Players get frustrated with these errors especially when Error 2002 occurs and it disrupts the lobby server connection.
Have you ever faced this issue when you try to play Final Fantasy XIV?
I think yes. Because lots of players including me had faced this issue.
A couple of days ago, this error occurs, and fortunately, I beat the issue successfully with the assistance of my several hour’s research.
So, no more worries. I will help you to settle down the issue effortlessly by sharing my own experience.
How to fix FFXIV error 2002?
But before that, you just need to know the reason.
So without, wasting any more time. Let’s start with the main topic.
Why does Error 2002 Occur in FFXIV?
There is no specific culprit that occurs this error. Rather, there are a couple of reasons are responsible for this issue. Most of the time error code 2002 occurs for the bad internet connection. Sometimes Windows Firewall becomes the offender.
Here are the reasons that occur Error 2002 in FFXIV:
Bad Internet Connection
Online games like Final Fantasy XIV needs a good internet connection to play. When your Internet connection is weak that may cause Error and interrupt the gameplay.
So you need to focus on your Internet connection to play FFXIV perfectly without any interruption.
Blocking by Windows Firewall
Windows Firewall often blocks some files connected with the internet. The firewall detects them as harmful components for the operating system.
Final Fantasy XXIV error 2002 occurs due to the block of Windows Firewall blocking.
Corrupted DNS Cache
Corrupted Cache files can be the reason for occurring this error issue. Sometimes overloaded DNS can be corrupted for various reasons and it affects the normal functionality of the PC.
The lobby server connection problem of Final Fantasy is also created for this.
Flush the DNS server can be the solution to this issue.
Obstacle from Anti Virus
Sometimes when you are using third-party anti-virus software for the protection of your PC, it becomes a troublemaker. It blocks online games like Final Fantasy XIV and disconnects the lobby server connection. Because it considers the game as a threat to the PC.
Exclusion FFXIV into the Antivirus can solve the issue.
These are the primary reasons that are responsible for occurring Error 2002 in Final Fantasy.
The long list of reasons makes you feel boring. I know, but you have to know the reason for solving any problem.
But don’t be frustrated, my friend. Now, it’s time to resolve the issue.
In the next portion of the article, I will share some simple and legit methods that can resolve this error within minutes.
So, let’s jump into the solution.
How to Fix Error 2002 Lobby Server Connection
As we know the reason for the problem so it’s going to be easy for us to find a solution.
There are a couple of solutions to fix this issue. Sometimes a simple restart can fix the issue.
Include FFXIV in the Firewall, Uninstall WTfast, Windows Updates, Reset Network Adapter, etc. All of them are proven fixes of this issue.
Most of the time this issue occurs for the internet connection. Before you jump into any methods. Let’s try the restart method first. It’s called the universal solution for every tech-related issue.
So, restart your router first. Sometimes this restart clears all the junk caches from DNS and fixes the issue.
Here are steps of restarting the router:
- Turn off the Router first.
- Unplug it from the Power Source. Wait for a few minutes and 1it.
- Press the Power Button again.
Now, connect to the internet and enter into the game. Hopefully, you get the success.
If not then we should go to apply the mentioned methods to solve the issue.
Here are the methods that fix the error 2002 issue on FFXIV:
Allow Final Fantasy XIV on Windows Firewall
Sometimes this error 2002 is occurring because of the blockage from the Windows firewall.
The solution is allowing FFXIV into Windows Firewall.
Here are the steps of allowing FFXIV into the Windows Firewall:
- Go to the Windows search bar.
- Write Windows Defender Firewall. Windows Defender Firewall app will appear on the screen.
- Click to open it. A window will appear on the screen.
- Select Allow an app or feature through the Windows Defender Firewall option located at the left side of the screen. Installed apps list appears on the screen.
- Press the Change Settings button for allowing FFXIV
- Search for the FFXIV on the list and tick on the checkbox.
- Hit Allow another app button and click Ok for saving the changes.
These are the steps for allowing FFXIV in the windows firewall.
Now try to make sure that the problem is solved otherwise let’s jump into the next solution.
Turn off the Router Firewall
Allowing FFXIV in the router can resolve the issue.
Here are the steps of allowing FFXIV in the Router firewall:
- Press Windows+R to open the Run dialog box.
- Write CMD on the box. Your Command Prompt will open.
- Type “ipconfig/all” and hit Enter. All the configurations of your router will appear.
- Go to the Wifi section by scrolling Down and note the default gateway of your router.
- Go to the address bar of the browser and write down the default gateway.
- Write down the User name and Password to login into the router.
- Search for the Firewall option that locates under the settings menu.
- Turn off the firewall and change the settings.
These are the steps of turning off the router firewall. Now go to the game. If still the issue interrupts you then let’s search for another solution.
Uninstall WTFast Software
wtfast is a software that provides an optimized gaming network for online gamers. It is a platform where online gamers get the benefit of accessing game servers.
But on the other hand, sometimes wtfast becomes the culprit that occurs the error 2002 error and the ultimate solution is to uninstall wtfast from your PC.
Here are the steps of uninstalling wtfast from your PC:
- Go to the This PC icon of your PC.
- Double click to open it. At the top bar, an option called Uninstall or Change a Program will appear.
- Click to open it. You will see a window with the app list.
- Go to the search box and type Wtfast and when it appears right-click on it. An uninstall button will come out.
- Press the button and hit Ok.
By following these steps you can uninstall wtfast from your computer.
I think, this time you will get the success. If not, then don’t be impatient my friend.
I spent several hours finding out these methods.
So, without any hesitation let’s jump into the following method.
Connect the Internet with Ethernet
Internet connection plays a vital role when you play online games on the internet. If you have a weak internet connection, then you will face different types of errors during playing an online game.
Especially games like Final Fantasy XIV needs a good connection to play. Otherwise, errors like Error 2002 will happen and that affects the lobby server connection.
You can get a good internet speed if you use an Ethernet connection rather than the wifi.
It will provide the internet directly so there is no issue with weak signals.
These are the most applied methods for fixing error 2002 of FFXIV.
But there are some other methods that also apply to the solution.
Though most of the users don’t use any anti-virus for security, if you use one then you should uninstall or turn off its service.
I described the uninstallation process of an app.
You can turn off the service by entering the settings of the app.
DNS cache also interrupts the lobby server connection. You can reset your router to clear the DNS cache files. Every router has its own reset button. Just press and hold it for a few moments.
Your router will be resetting itself.
Now try to enter the game.
I am pretty confident that, You can able to enter the game without any hassle.
Conclusion
Final Fantasy XIV is one of the most popular online games around the globe.
Sometimes user lost the connection to the lobby server for error 2002.
Through the post, I describe to you the solution of this issue and I ensure all the methods are legit because I applied all the methods by myself and got a positive result.
So, I think this post becomes helpful to you and you are able to fix the Error 2002 effortlessly.
