Dead by Daylight is a team-based horror game where 4 players fight against a savage undead killer. The game has received critical reviews and a lot of fame for implementing this idea very well and making a game that is enjoyable to play regardless of the role you are assigned, survivor or killer. Added to this is the thriving online community and the game is still very relevant. Despite this, there are a few errors that have stuck around, much like the game itself. The RTM server error is one such error that continues to annoy players even today.
Dead by Daylight is an online game. You need to be connected to the internet to make sure that the game and many of its features are working as intended. For this, the developers have made a system that keeps patching information from your system to the server and back again. To bypass this means breaking the server and the rules of the game. Consequently, the game is pretty strict about it.
Dead by Daylight (DBD) could not connect to RTM server: How to fix it?
This error is present on PCs and Consoles. For PC, your options are really limited to a few steam commands. For consoles, there is an official support page guideline that details why the error occurs and how to solve it. Luckily, this is reliable information and it does actually work for you if you follow through. Here are more details:
In Consoles
1). Set the correct date and time
Make sure to set the correct date and time for your console. This error is caused primarily by incorrect date and time settings. Since the server uses the internet to check the time and the date, having this synchronized with the current time and date will ensure the server lets you through. Without this, you will be screened and not be allowed to join the server and you will get this error message.
2). Open NAT type
NAT type is an internet term. It essentially allows you to connect to a public IP and allows your data to be put on the internet. This is an essential feature that the game must have access to. In this case, the game prefers an Open NAT (Type 1) connection. Heading to the Network Settings of your console and changing this to Open will do the trick and the game will let you into the server.
PC;
1). Restart your PC
Restart your PC to make sure there are no software issues. Also, make sure to check for incorrect date and time settings similar to the console as this could be the issue. Once synced and restarted, try logging in to the game again.
2). Verify Game files
This error can also be caused by a corrupt game file. The best way to fix this is to verify the game files. To do this;
- Head to Steam and open Library.
- Next, right-click on the game and select Properties. Here, head over to the Installed Files tab.
- Now, click on the Verify Integrity of the Game Files button.
Wait for the verification and restart your system. If there are any corrupt files, this will find them and reinstall them all. After the verification, the issue should no longer persist.
3). CMD
If the issue persists, you can flush your DNS using the Command Prompt. To do this, follow these steps:
- Press the Win key and type Command Prompt into the search box.
- Run it as Administrator. Now, type this command: ipconfig/ flushdns (case sensitive) and press Enter. This will flush your computer’s DNS cache.
- Restart the system and launch the game.
Once you do this, the game should load up without the RTM server error.
If none of these methods work for either PC or console, you will have to submit a support ticket to the developers.
Anyway, this is all we have on how to fix the RTM server error in Dead by Daylight. If you found this guide helpful and would like to read more such content, make sure to visit Android Gram daily.
