It’s finally live, Battlefield fans! The Battlefield 2042 beta is now up for those with early access (info here). Unfortunately, it seems some issues are preventing players from playing. Right now, players are seeing the Battlefield 2042 beta Unknown Error issue crop up, as well as a message with a QR code which seems to suggest they don’t have early access priviliges (even if they do via pre-ordering, EA Play subscription, etc.).
Battlefield 2042 Beta Unknown Error, QR Code Issues:
DICE Lead Community Manager Adam Freeman has explained that the unknown issues message has something to do with the servers:
If you've met our friend 'Unknown Error' – Sit Tight.
This isn't on your end, we're just scaling up all of our servers to meet the demand #BattlefieldBeta pic.twitter.com/W2iOmLZlsQ
— Freeman 🇸🇪 (@PartWelsh) October 6, 2021
- Unknown Error when attempting to Matchmake
For players presently playing on Early Access, we’re aware that some of you are presently unable to join a server. We are scaling up more and more throughout the morning to help meet the demand, and we’ll get you all on the Battlefield as soon as possible
Hopefully, this gets resolved soon.
- Related Reading: Battlefield 2042 Digital Standard Edition for Next-Gen Now Includes Last-Gen, Select Audio Tracks Available for Use for Free
As for the QR code error, DICE is aware of it, and has posted a message about it, too (via EA Answers)!
Hey folks!
If you are seeing this message with the QR code on screen when you load up the #BattlefieldBeta, do not be alarmed – everyone is presented this, even if you've preordered or are game pass!
Known issues here: https://t.co/ovw88Vl6Ne
See you on the #Battlefield! pic.twitter.com/M3PNgXs7dO
— Kevin Johnson🎃 (@T0TALfps) October 5, 2021
- The QR Code Screen is still showing for eligible Early Access players
We’re investigating what could be causing this one, and will update with more info when we have it.
We’ll update the post if there’s anything new to report, or if new developments arise. Don’t forget, the beta build we are playing now is a “few months old,” so expect things to be smoother come launch.