How to Fix Satisfactory Multiplayer Not Working Issue

Satisfactory is one of the most fun first-person open-world factory-building games and it offers a mix of exploration and combat. This single-player plus multiplayer game has received a lot of positive reviews since 2020. Meanwhile, many players have been facing the Satisfactory multiplayer not working issue on the PC when they’re trying to get into server or matchmaking. In case you’re facing this issue, then this guide is perfect for you. Here, you’ll get to know different methods to fix Satisfactory multiplayer not working issue.

Method 1: Check for server status

The first thing that you should check for is the server status and if the game is working properly. Check if this isn’t a server issue. If it is, then use one of the methods mentioned below.

Method 2: Disable firewall and antivirus protection

• Click on the Start Menu and then type Windows Defender Firewall before clicking on it from the search results
• Choose to Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off
• From the Customize Settings page, ensure that you’re selecting the Turn Off Windows Defender Firewall option in all the Public, Domain, and Private Networks
• Click on OK for saving changes

Now, you’ll be able to follow the steps below for turning off the real-time protection of the antivirus software.

• Press the Win + I keys for opening Windows Settings
• Click on Windows Security and then select Virus and Threat Protection
• Click on Manage Settings and then Turn off real-time protection for checking the issue

Method 3: Reinstall the game

• Press the Windows key for opening the Start menu
• Type Control Panel before opening it from the search result
• Click on Uninstall a Program and then locate and right-click on the game
• Select Uninstall and then follow on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation
• Once finished, reboot the PC for applying the changes
• After that, launch the Steam client
• Search for Satisfactory from the store and then install the game on a different drive
• Wait for it to be completed and launch it

Method 4: Update the game

• Open Steam and head over to Library
• Click on Satisfactory
• Steam will automatically start searching for the available update
• If there’s an update available, you should click on Update
• Wait for a while until the update gets completed
• Once it is done, make sure that you reboot the PC to apply changes

Method 5: Verify and repair game files

• Launch Steam and then click on Library
• Right-click on Satisfactory in the list of installed games
• Click on Properties and then head over to Local Files
• Click on Verify Integrity of Game Files
• You’ll need to wait for the process until it is completed
• Once completed, restart your computer