Red Dead Online Error Code 27140000 on PC
Last Updated: September 29, 2025
Question: What should I do if I receive the following error while playing Red Dead Online?
Unable to join. Failed to retrieve session details from the target player. (Error: 27140000)
Answer: This error occurs when you are experiencing network connectivity problems. Below are some steps that may resolve the issue.
Check your network connection and Rockstar Games Service availability
Check to make sure your internet connection is working properly
Check the Rockstar Games Service Status for server outages or scheduled maintenance:
Reset your network router
You can reset your router by unplugging it and leaving it unplugged for about 10 minutes. Restart the game client and check to see if your issue is resolved.
Add Rockstar Games Launcher and Red Dead Redemption 2 to Windows Firewall allowed app list
Type “Allow an app through Windows Firewall” in the Start menu search bar and select it from the list of results
Select Change settings
To add an app, select the check box next to the app, or select Allow another app and enter the path for the app
Check your internet connection speed
Use an online speed test to measure your connection speed (e.g. https://www.speedtest.net/). Below are good targets for minimum upload and download speeds:
Download Speed: 7.5 Mbps
Upload Speed (recommended): 1 Mbps
Upload Speed (minimum): .5 Mbps
Note: If you are on a wireless connection and still having issues, try a wired connection.
Check your open network ports
Red Dead Online requires the following ports to be open:
Port 6672 (UDP)
Port 61455 (UDP)
Port 61457 (UDP)
Port 61456 (UDP)
Port 61458 (UDP)
Change your Domain Name Servers (DNS)
Go to Settings
Select Network and Internet
Under Advanced network settings, select Change adapter options
Right-click on your Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection, depending on which you are currently using, then select Properties
Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and make sure the box is checked
Select Properties
Select Use the following DNS server
Enter the following DNS addresses in their respective text box:
Preferred DNS server: 8.8.8.8
Alternate DNS server: 8.8.4.4
Select Validate settings upon exit
Select OK
Select Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) and make sure the box is checked
Select Properties
Enter the following DNS addresses in their respective text box:
Preferred DNS server: 2001:4860:4860::8888
Alternate DNS server: 2001:4860:4860::8844
Select Validate settings upon exit
Select OK