If you are trying to play Hytale but can't because you keep getting a Server Authentication Failed error message like: Server authentication unavailable. Please try again later. This article will guide you through a few different steps you can use to solve the problem. Keep in Mind that this only helps if the game's actual servers are up and running without issues.
Takeaways:
- Learn how to fix server issues and errors in Hytale
- What is causing "Server authentication unavailable. Please try again later." in Hytale?
- What is causing the "Invalid access token" error in Hytale?
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Hytale Authentication Failed Errors
"Server authentication unavailable. Please try again later."
"Invalid access token" or related authentication errors.
"Failed to connect to server."
How to Fix Server Authentication Failed / Failed to Connect to Server Error in Hytale
Before you start the steps shown below, make sure that your Internet is actually working properly. Restart your modem/router and try again without a VPN or proxy if you were using one. If this doesn't solve the problem work through the steps below.
- Make sure the game and launcher are fully closed.
- Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and end any running Hytale processes if necessary.
- Disable your Wi-Fi or unplug your Ethernet cable to disconnect from the internet.
- Launch the game while still offline.
- You should see a message like:
"Network or service is unavailable. You are now offline."
- Do NOT Click the "Go Online" Button
- Instead, click Play to start the game in offline mode.
Play Your Game Offline
- You can create a new world or load an existing one.
- The game will skip the server authentication and load your world locally.
What Happens When Playing Offline?
While offline mode allows you to bypass server authentication errors, there are some limitations, so it might not be as fun.
- You won’t be able to play multiplayer or access any online features.
- Hosting your own server or joining public servers won’t be possible.
- The game experience is limited to single-player worlds saved locally on your device.
- Once the servers are back online, you can reconnect and continue playing online without losing your progress.
How to Check Hytale Server Status
Before trying other fixes, it’s a good idea to verify if Hytale’s servers are currently experiencing problems:
- Visit the official Hytale Discord for live updates from developers.
- Check Hytale’s Twitter account (@playhytale) for announcements regarding server maintenance or outages.
- Browse community forums like Reddit (/r/Hytale) to see if other players are reporting similar issues.
