Server problems regarding Vanguard, the VALORANT anti-cheat service, have resulted in several instances of players getting disconnected while bring unable to reconnect. ... Apparently, the Vanguard service is crashing for players, and not re-initizialzing on restart, resulting in players being unable to queue properly.
How do I stop Valorant crashing?
Try these fixes:
- Make sure your specs meet the minimum requirements.
- Close resource-hungry software.
- Update your graphics driver.
- Install all Windows updates.
- Stop overclocking.
- Lower in-game settings.
- Temporarily disable your antivirus.
- Perform a clean boot.
Why does my Valorant crash randomly?
Valorant keeps crashing if you have too many background apps or other third-party software that may be conflicting with the game's anti-cheat software. There have been instances of random overlay apps that are completely legit, causing Vanguard to force-close Valorant.
