Error codes are quite common in any online multiplayer game, and there is no exception to Dead by Daylight also. Many players of Dead by Delight have reported that they have frequently been experiencing error code 8001 in recent years that prevent them from starting the game. There are several reasons for this error, but the most common cause is a problem with the game’s connection. Primarily this issue affects the console players instead of the players on the other platforms.
The common case is seen on Xbox Series X, because of which Xbox players cannot play their favorite game. But you need not worry about it because we have come up with some fixes to this problem that can be used to resolve Dead by Daylight error code 8001. Now, before we move to the fixes directly, let us have a look at some of the common culprits that causes the error.
Possible causes of Dead by Daylight Error Code 8001
Bad Cache: If the cache storage of the Xbox has not been cleared for a while, then this bad cache present in the storage of the Xbox console may cause this error. Here, if you clear the cache storage, it can prove beneficial to you.
Corrupt Game: When there is corruption in the DBD game files, it may be the possible cause of this error that can stop the game from launching. In this case, if you reinstall the game, the error may be solved.
Server Problem: If the DBD or the Xbox game server is down currently or may be under maintenance, this can cause a problem or even stop the game from establishing a connection with your Xbox server. As a result of which, connection problems can be seen.
Internet Connection problem: Sometimes internet connection may not work properly or may even not provide proper speed. This causes glitches and can even stop the game from launching and show the error code 8001.
So, now, let us begin with the fixes and check if these fixes are capable enough to resolve this error for our readers or not.
Fix: Dead by Daylight Error Code 8001
Below we have presented some potential fixes that will help you resolve Dead by Daylight error code 8001.
Check the server status:
To start with, we recommend you check the status of your server. This error message specifies that there is a problem with the account of Xbox or the game server, which will indicate that the problem is with the Xbox Live server. There are various reports, and as per the error message, this issue will likely be with this game server. If the server is under maintenance or is down, there is a possibility that Dead by Delight is going to crash. By following the below-mentioned steps, you have to visit the official Twitter page of this game to check if the servers of this game are working properly.
- First, you can navigate to any browser and then search https://servicesdown.in/services/dead-by-daylight or navigate to Downdetector
- Here, you will be able to check if the server of the game is active, under maintenance, or down.
If you see that the servers are under maintenance or down, you need to wait for a while till they get the servers active. The problem can also be related to the Live status of Xbox. So, it is important that you check the Xbox services and then examine if the Xbox live is creating any trouble in the game. If you see that for Dead by Daylight, Xbox live support is causing the error, then on the page, check the status of the server of Xbox and gain an idea about when the service will be back online. Once you can see that the service is back online, you need to re-login to your game and try to launch to check if your error has been fixed or not.
Clear Xbox’s cache storage:
Same as other browsers, Xbox also tends to store cache, and the cache that is stored gets corrupted and then starts to cause the problem because of a bad cache, as mentioned above. If the cache storage of the Xbox has not been cleared for a while, then this bad cache in the storage of the Xbox console may cause this error. So, we recommend you follow the steps that have been mentioned below to clear your Xbox’s cache storage:
First click on the Xbox button that is available right at the center of your controller
Utilizing LS, D-pad, or RB that is available in the side menu, choose the Profile and Systems
Your next task is clicking on the option Settings and choose the option Disk and Blue Ray
Now, from the menu, select the option Persistent storage
After that, select Clear Persistent Storage
Your final task is restarting the console and launching the game, and checking whether the issue has been solved or not.
Power cycle your console:
To date, most players have reported the console’s power cycling and helped them resolve the Error code 8001. You can also give power cycling a try and see if it proves beneficial for you too. To do so, follow the below steps:
First, press and hold the button of the Xbox for 10 seconds that is available on the console’s front side
Then the power cable has to be unplugged, and in 10 seconds, plug it back
Then you need to turn the console on and check if the error code 8001 is showing or not
Check the internet connection:
Your internet connection may be slow or not working properly and delivering enough speed to your console for running or loading the game, so you are most likely to face the error. When it does not provide enough speed, you may connect it to some other connection if available or try to connect to the router’s 5GHz band.
You can try to restart your internet router and for restarting your router, you just need to press the power button, which is available on your router’s backside and see that it will restart.
If you are connected through Wi-Fi, you have to switch to the ethernet cable connection because the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable or slow and offer unstable speed. So, we recommend you connect to the Ethernet cable straight in your console to receive fluent speed.
Finally, launch the game and check whether the error has been resolved or not.
Reinstall the game:
When you see that the methods mentioned above are not working for you, the issue is definitely with the game. In some scenarios, while you install the game, some of the game files get corrupted. So, when you reinstall the game, all the settings of the game change to default, and then install a fresh game without any glitches or bugs. For reinstalling the game, check the steps mentioned below:
First, go to your home screen and then select the option My games and apps from the sidebar
Next, select the game Dead by Delight and then press the Menu button
Select the Uninstall option and let the process of uninstalling to complete
Then navigate to the Xbox store and then download and install this game once again
Your final task is to launch the game and then check if the issue of error code 8001 is resolved
Wrapping up
We hope that the troubleshooting that we have mentioned in this guide proves beneficial to you. If you still get the dead by daylight error code 8001 while trying to play the game, then the issue is quite serious and above your imagination. So, to resolve the issue, contact the official team and seek their help regarding this error. We also recommend you use the Restoro Repair Tool that may scan the repositories for replacing missing and corrupt files. In most cases, this works when the issue originates because of system corruption. Restoro will be optimizing your system for maximum performance.
Experiencing difficulties with your Device, check out our “How To” page on how to resolve some of these issues.
