Are you setting sail on the Sea of Thieves only to see the frustrating “game version mismatch” error? No right.

This message throws a wrench into your piratical plans, stopping you from joining the online players.

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This error typically comes when your local copy of Sea of Thieves is an older version and doesn’t match with the one running on the game's servers. Because online Sea of Thieves requires you to be on the same version as everyone, to avoid communication gap.

Don’t worry, in this article I will guide you on how to fix this error and set your sail smoothly once again.

Steps to Fix “game version mismatch” error in Sea of Thieves

1. Check for Updates (Microsoft Store):

The reason you are facing this error because there might be a new update of Sea of Thieves available, which you might have not downloaded or updated.

One thing I will tell you, if you do not get the available update in Microsoft store, then try restarting and, then open it again, and then click on get updates, then you might see an update is needed option.

Here's how to install the latest patch for Sea of Thieves on the Microsoft Store:

  • Launch the Microsoft Store app. 
  • Click the three dots in the top-right corner.
  • Select "Downloads and updates" from the menu. This will show you a list of your installed apps and any available updates.
  • Locate Sea of Thieves in the update list.

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  • If update is available, you'll see a "Get updates" button next to Sea of Thieves. Click this button.
  • The download will begin automatically. The Microsoft Store will show you the download progress.
  • Once the update is downloaded and installed, close and relaunch the Microsoft Store app (optional).

Launch Sea of Thieves. You should now be running the latest version of the game.

2. Restart PC (Simple Fix):

Before you jump into the more complex solutions, I’ll suggest you first try restarting your PC.

Sometimes, temporary glitches or some file conflicts in programs can cause the "game version mismatch" error.

I know it’s the basic fix, but don’t underestimate the simple restart, sometimes the biggest error’s also get fixed by just a simple restart.

A quick reboot will clear all the temp files and clutters, allowing your system and Sea of Thieves to communicate smoothly and get you back into the pirating adventure of the game.

3. Verify Game Files (Steam):

Another option you can try is verifying game files from Steam. If you have Sea of Thieves on Steam.

You can scan your local files of Sea of Thieves to check if there’s any corrupted file from Steam.

Steps to verify you game files:

  • Open Steam and go to your game library.
  • Right-click on Sea of Thieves in game library.
  • From the Menu, select "Properties" option.
  • In Properties, go to "Local Files" tab.
  • Here, you'll find "Verify Integrity of Game Files".
  • Click on this button and start the verification process.

Steam will scan your Sea of Thieves files, if any corrupted files are found, it will download and fix those files.

4. Reinstall Sea of Thieves (Last Resort):

If none of the above solution works for you, then try to reinstall the game as a last resort.

Remember, before uninstalling the game try all other fixes and still if you fail then only move to uninstalling the game. As it will delete all your game files.

Freshly installing the game has more chances that it will fix the “game version mismatch” error.

The steps to uninstall and reinstall the game will be different depending from where you have installed the game (Microsoft Store or Steam). However, both will be straightforward and you can easily uninstall Sea of Thieves.

5. Installing the Game on Xbox App

This is an additional tip; it might fix your game but it requires you to have Xbox membership or buy the game from Xbox App.

If you already have game on Xbox App, then you can try installing it through the Xbox App, if the issue still persists.

Possible causes of the error

The most likely reason of game version mismatch error is the mismatch between the files in your PC and the files on the game’s server.

Another reason of this error is due to the server-side problem. However, this is less likely to happen, but sometimes it makes you face the error.

Also make sure you have not disabled the automatic update option. If it is disabled on your PC then it could lead you to the error.

Also Read: How to fix Disconnected from cloud gaming session Xbox

Conclusion:

Concluding this, I have explored all the solutions to fix this error “game version mismatch” from various forums of Sea of Thieves and Reddit. These quick fixes will mostly resolve the error without needing to do anything else.

But still if the issue persists then I’ll suggest you to go for uninstalling the game and reinstalling it, as it will be the last measure to solve the error.

Also, keep in mind that sometimes game version mismatch error comes because of the backend issue in server. And, if that is the case then you have to wait for the server to get fixed and check for any updates on their social handles, till then you won’t be able to fix that error by any solutions.