Fortnite Error Code 93: How to Fix It

Easy 10-30 minutes Medium Severity Verified June 2026
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Error Code
93
Brand
Fortnite
Product Type
game
Severity
Medium
DIY Difficulty
Easy
Estimated Fix Time
10-30 minutes
Fortnite Error Code 93 appears when one or more members of your party are running a different version of the game than the rest of the group. This version mismatch prevents everyone from joining the same lobby or match together. The fix is almost always straightforward — it usually involves updating the game on one or more devices before trying to play together again.
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Tools You'll Need

How to Fix Error Code 93

  1. Check Which Party Member Has the Version Mismatch

  2. Update Fortnite on All Devices

    Do not close the game or launcher mid-update. Interrupted updates can corrupt game files and cause additional error codes.

  3. Restart the Game After Updating

  4. Disband and Re-form the Party

  5. Verify Game File Integrity (PC Only)

  6. Check for a Live Fortnite Maintenance or Patch Window

  7. Ensure Automatic Updates Are Enabled

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When to Call a Professional

Fortnite Error Code 93 is entirely a software and version issue that does not require professional support in most cases. However, if the error persists after all party members have updated, restarted, and re-formed the party, you should contact Epic Games Support directly at epicgames.com/help. Provide your Epic account name, platform, and a screenshot of the error. Epic support can investigate whether your account or platform is stuck on an incorrect build on their backend.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fortnite Error Code 93 mean?
Error Code 93 in Fortnite means that one or more players in your party are running a different version of the game. Fortnite requires all party members to be on the same game version to play together. This mismatch most commonly happens right after a new patch or update has been released.
Can I fix Error Code 93 without updating Fortnite?
No — the only real fix for Error Code 93 is to make sure all party members are on the same version of Fortnite. Since Epic Games no longer supports older game versions, everyone needs to update to the latest build. You cannot roll back to an older version to match someone who hasn't updated yet.
Why do I keep getting Error Code 93 even after updating?
If the error persists after updating, it is usually because one party member's update didn't fully complete, the game was not fully restarted after the update, or the party session still carries old version data. Disband the party, fully close and relaunch the game on all devices, and then re-form the party from scratch.
Does Error Code 93 affect cross-platform parties?
Yes. Error Code 93 can affect cross-platform parties — for example, a PC player and a PlayStation player — if one platform received and installed the latest update before the other. The fix is the same: all players on all platforms must update to the latest version of Fortnite before trying to play together.
How do I stop Fortnite Error Code 93 from happening again?
Enable automatic updates on all devices where Fortnite is installed. This way, whenever Epic releases a new patch, your game will update in the background and you will be less likely to encounter a version mismatch when trying to party up with friends.

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