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Fix Palworld Session Search Error: 3 Efficient Solutions

The firewall may be blocking the game

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Updated onJune 26, 2024

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In Palworld, the error messageSession Search Error OnFindSessionsComplete bWasSuccessful == falseoccurs frequently during peak hours. It usually happens because the game can’t keep up with the number of multiplayer worlds and players.

After trying various methods, we discovered that the following quick fixes solved the issue on most devices. However, if they don’t work for you, proceed with the advanced solutions.

How do I fix the Session Search Error in Palworld?

How do I fix the Session Search Error in Palworld?

1. Disable the Windows Firewall temporarily

  1. OpenSystem and Security, it should be the first option.

  2. Click on theWindows Defender Firewall.

  3. From thelist on the left, click onTurn Windows Defender Firewall on or off.

  4. Select for both optionsTurn off Windows Defender Firewall (not recommended)and pressOK.

In addition, if the game works afterward, make sure that Palworld isallowed through the Firewall.

Do not forget to turn on the Windows Firewall when you finish to ensure that your device is protected.

2. Verify the game files

  1. OpenSteam Libraryand look forPalworld, then right-click on it and selectProperties…

  2. Go to the Installed Files tab and select from the rightVerify integrity of game files.

While it might sound a bit unusual, during updates, some files might end up missing, and they could be the cause you encounter theSession Search Errorin Palworld.

3. Change the DNS Server

  1. PressWindows+Rand open the Run dialog

  2. Type ncpa.cpl in the box and pressEnterto open theNetwork Connections.

  3. Go to the connection you are using and right click on it, afterward select Properties.

  4. Check the list for the followingInternet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)and click on theProperties button

  5. Select the Use the following DNS server address: and type8.8.8.8 for the Preferred Serverand8.8.8.4 for the Alternate one.

This method works during peak hours by allowing you to access other DNS servers that aren’t as crowded.

To sum up, now that you know the solutions to fix the session search error in Palworld, all you can do is prevent other issues from happening byoptimizing your PC for gaming.

By the way, keep in mind thatfuture Palworld updatesmight require you to fix errors like thePalworld login error,so stay tuned to learn how to do it.

This isn’t the only issue you can encounter, and many reportedPalworld save error, but we have an entire guide dedicated to it, so you can easily fix it.

Before you go, if you discover any strange solution for the session search error, feel free to share it with us in the comments. We will make sure that it reaches other gamers as well.

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Sebastian Filipoiu

Sebastian is a content writer with a desire to learn everything new about AI and gaming. So, he spends his time writing prompts on various LLMs to understand them better. Additionally, Sebastian has experience fixing performance-related problems in video games and knows his way around Windows. Also, he is interested in anything related to quantum technology and becomes a research freak when he wants to learn more.

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Sebastian is a content writer with a desire to learn everything new about AI and gaming.