Troubleshooting error code 202, Rockstar update service is unavailable in GTAV on Windows 10

Last Updated: September 18, 2025

Question: After downloading and installing GTAV, I get the error message 'The Rockstar Update Service is Unavailable (Code 202)'. What can I do to resolve the issue?

Answer: The most likely cause of error code 202 is a communication issue between the Rockstar update servers and your internet service provider. Changing the DNS servers for your internet connection may help resolve this issue.

Change your Domain Name Servers (DNS)

  1. Go to Settings

  2. Select Network and Internet

  3. Under Advanced network settings, select Change adapter options

  4. Right-click on your Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection, depending on which you are currently using, then select Properties

  5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and make sure the box is checked

  6. Select Properties

  7. Select Use the following DNS server

  8. Enter the following DNS addresses in their respective text box:

    • Preferred DNS server: 8.8.8.8

    • Alternate DNS server: 8.8.4.4

  9. Select Validate settings upon exit

  10. Select OK

  11. Select Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) and make sure the box is checked

  12. Select Properties

  13. Enter the following DNS addresses in their respective text box:

    • Preferred DNS server: 2001:4860:4860::8888

    • Alternate DNS server: 2001:4860:4860::8844

  14. Select Validate settings upon exit

  15. Select OK

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