How to solve Fall Guys error code 200_1040?

How to solve Fall Guys error code 200_1040?

Fall Guys entered a new era with the game's selection of a free-to-play model. Unfortunately, some fans are having trouble launching the game and experiencing the new Free For All season. The problem appears to be error code 200_1040.

This appears to be tied directly to the Epic Games Launcher, which is understandable considering Fall Guys has just been removed from Steam and put on the Epic Games store.

Fortunately, there are several options for players to fix the problem. Here's how to fix the Fall Guys 200_1040 error code.

Every method to fix Fall Guys error code 200_1040

Verify game files

Just like Steam, Epic Games Launcher has an option to verify game files. This is to make sure the files are not corrupt or missing. If an important file is missing, Fall Guys may stop working altogether. Fortunately, verifying the game files will replace anything missing.

Step 1: Launch Epic Games Launcher and open your game library.

Step 2: Find Fall Guys in your library. Just below the box image you will see three horizontal dots. Choose them.

Step 3: In the menu that opens, select the 'Verify' option located near the middle of the menu.

Epic Games Launcher now scans the game files for anything missing or corrupted. Once done, go ahead and restart the game to see if it fixes the 200_1040 error code.

Clear the computer's DNS system

The 200_1040 error code can be attributed to players having trouble connecting to the game's online features. After all, the game is strictly multiplayer and always requires an online connection. Naturally, gamers should turn to clearing their computer's DNS system. Step 1: Open the Windows menu and search for CMD. Command Prompt is what it is.

Step 2: Select 'Run as Administrator' from the Windows menu. You will need administrative privileges to continue.

Step 3: Now type each of these commands in the same order: ipconfig/flushdns , ipconfig/registerdns , ipconfig/release , ipconfig/renew , netsh winsock reset . Do not add commas.

Step 4: Restart your computer and try to restart the game.

Double check system requirements

Finally, if nothing we've listed here works, it's best to double-check the game's system requirements. Fall Guys may not require the most monstrous machine, but it does need a good one. For those struggling, compare the minimum requirements with your own machine.