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How to fix Roblox error code 279?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

Roblox error code 279 is an error that can occur when trying to run a game or join a server. This error is most likely caused by an issue with your internet connection, but can also be caused by a problem with the game or server itself. If you are experiencing this error, we recommend checking your internet connection and trying again. If the problem persists, please contact the game or server owner for further assistance.

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1. Restart your computer

  1. Boot your computer into Safe Mode with Networking.
  2. Remove any recently installed programs.
  3. Repair your computer if necessary.
  4. Disable any security programs that might be preventing your computer from starting up properly.
  5. Restart your computer.
  6. Enter your computer’s operating system recovery screen.
  7. Choose to start your computer in Safe Mode with Networking again.
  8. Choose to start your computer in Normal Mode.
  9. Check your computer for any roblox error code 279 related issues.
  10. If necessary, reinstall roblox.

2. Update your graphics card drivers

  1. Open the Windows Update utility by clicking the Start button, typing "wusa" into the search box, and pressing Enter.
  2. Click the "Download updates and security" link on the left side of the window.
  3. Click the "Install updates" button on the right side of the window.
  4. Click the "Browse my computer for updates" link.
  5. Click the "Let me pick from a list of updates" link.
  6. Click the "Update driver" button.
  7. Click the "Browse my computer for driver updates" link.
  8. Click the "Let me pick from a list of updates" link.
  9. Click the "Update driver" button.
  10. Click the "Install" button.
  11. Close the Windows Update utility.
  12. Restart your computer.
  13. If the update installation was successful, you will now see a message that says "Your computer is now updated."

3. Reinstall Roblox

  1. Close Roblox if it is open.
  2. Navigate to your Roblox installation folder.
  3. Find the Roblox.exe file and delete it.
  4. Find the Roblox.dll file and delete it.
  5. Find the Roblox.ini file and delete it.
  6. Find the Roblox.exe.config file and delete it.
  7. Launch the Windows Command Prompt as Administrator.
  8. Type "regedit" and press Enter.
  9. Navigate to the following registry key: HKCU\Software\Roblox\
  10. Delete the following values: RobloxPath RobloxVersion
  11. Close the Registry Editor.
  12. Launch Roblox again.
  13. If you are using a web browser, log in to Roblox.
  14. Click the "Games" tab.
  15. Click the "Reinstall Games" button.
  16. Click the "Download Games" button.
  17. Click the "Install" button.
  18. Click the "Finish" button.
  19. If you are using a game launcher, launch the game and click the "Install" button.

Some users might also have success with:

  1. Check your internet connection
  2. Try running Roblox in compatibility mode