How to Fix the Error Code 502 on Epic Games

First, restart your computer & router

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Updated onApril 3, 2024

updated onApril 3, 2024

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If you have encountered a Bad gateway with an error code 502 message on the Epic Games launcher stopping you from downloading a game, this guide can help! We will explain the probable causes and offer WR experts-recommended solutions to unblock the access.

What causes the error code 502?

How can I fix the error code 502 on Epic Games?

Before performing any steps to fix the error code 502 on Epic Games, restart your PC & router to refresh the connection, disable VPN if using one, and checkEpic Games server statusto see if everything is up and running.

1. Force close the app

Closing the app forcefully using Task Manager could be the first step tofixing the game launcher if it is not loading properly; read this guide to learn more.

2. Change the Language to System Default

3. Disable the Windows Firewall

4. Change the DNS server addresses to Google DNS

5. Unblock the network ports

If Epic Games Launcher throws you other errors, it is best to reinstall it; however, sometimes,you might not be able to uninstall the app; read this guide to learn how to deal with that.

6. Edit the Engine.ini file

Remember that to avoid getting connection errors, you must keep your Epic Games Launcher app updated, check if you have a stable internet connection, and make sure the Firewall is not blocking access.

Speaking of Firewall permissions, if you are facingsomething went wrong while launching Epic Games Launcher, it could be Firewall interference.

Of other like errors, Notion also has anerror 502, so do check out our article on how to bypass it.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to mention them in the comments section below. We’ll be happy to help!

How to Fix the Error Code 502 on Epic Games#

How can I fix the error code 502 on Epic Games?#

1. Force close the app#

2. Change the Language to System Default#

3. Disable the Windows Firewall#

4. Change the DNS server addresses to Google DNS#

5. Unblock the network ports#

6. Edit the Engine.ini file#