Elden Ring Error Code CO-OP-2: How to Fix Summoning Sign Disappeared

Easy 10-30 minutes Medium Severity Verified June 2026
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Error Code
co-op-2
Brand
Elden Ring
Product Type
game
Severity
Medium
DIY Difficulty
Easy
Estimated Fix Time
10-30 minutes
Elden Ring error code CO-OP-2 refers to the frustrating issue where your summoning sign disappears from the world, preventing other players from finding and inviting you into their game for co-op play. This typically happens due to network instability, mismatched game settings, or conflicts with Elden Ring's multiplayer matchmaking servers. The good news is this is almost always fixable through a series of in-game and network adjustments without any special hardware or professional help.
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How to Fix Error Code co-op-2

  1. Relaunch Your Summoning Sign

  2. Check That Multiplayer Is Enabled in Settings

  3. Verify Password Settings Match

  4. Confirm You Are in the Same Game Area and Rune Level Range

  5. Restart the Application Completely

  6. Restart Your Router and Check Network Stability

  7. Open NAT Type / Check Port Forwarding

    If you are not comfortable editing router settings, ask your internet provider for help or enable UPnP as a simpler alternative.

  8. Check Elden Ring Server Status

  9. Verify Game File Integrity (PC Only)

    Back up your save files before verifying, though this process rarely deletes saves. Save files on Steam are stored in: C:\Users\[YourName]\AppData\Roaming\EldenRing\

  10. Disable VPN or Firewall Interference

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When to Call a Professional

If you have followed every step above and summoning signs still do not appear, contact FromSoftware support at support.bandainamcoent.com or post in the official Elden Ring community on Reddit (r/Eldenring) or the Steam Discussion boards. If the issue is isolated to your network (all online games are affected, not just Elden Ring), contact your internet service provider to diagnose NAT, packet loss, or firewall issues at the ISP level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did my Elden Ring summoning sign disappear immediately after placing it?
Your sign most likely disappeared because the host area was cleared (a boss was already defeated in that zone), the session timed out, or a network interruption caused it to de-sync from the server. Try placing the sign again after confirming the area boss has not been killed by the host, and ensure your internet connection is stable.
Can I co-op with a friend who is a much higher or lower level in Elden Ring?
Yes — but only if both of you set the exact same Multiplayer Password in the Network settings. Using a password overrides the standard level-range matchmaking restrictions, allowing friends of any level to see each other's summoning signs.
Does Elden Ring require PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for co-op?
Yes. On PlayStation, an active PlayStation Plus subscription is required for all online multiplayer features including co-op summoning. On Xbox, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Live Gold is required. Without an active subscription, your summoning sign will not appear to other players.
Why can I see other players' summoning signs but my friends cannot see mine?
This usually means your NAT type is too strict, blocking incoming peer-to-peer connections. Check your NAT type in your console or PC network settings. A Strict or Type 3 NAT will prevent others from seeing your sign even if you can partially see theirs. Enabling UPnP on your router or forwarding the required ports typically resolves this.
Are Elden Ring summoning signs area-specific? Do they disappear after a boss is killed?
Yes — summoning signs are tied to specific map areas and become invisible to a host once that host has already defeated the area's main boss. If you are trying to help someone who already beat the boss, your sign will not appear in their world for that area. Find a different area where the host still needs help, or both of you can use a password and seek the Statue of Marika for boundary-free summoning in the DLC content.

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