6 Quick Fixes For Fortnite Red Error Screen On PS4

Are you facing the Fortnite red error screen on PS4 when trying to enter the fight Royale? ESP-BUIMET-003 error results from a connection issue with Epic Games’ servers. This may occur for several reasons, including server maintenance, connectivity problems, or issues with the game servers.

Many users have reported facing a red error screen while playing Fortnite on PS4. The Fortnite red screen error code ESP-BUIMET-003 reads, “An error occurred while connecting to Epic servers. Please try again later.” This error locks players out of the game, hindering them from playing the fight Royale.

You can fix it by deleting the game files, speeding up your internet, and more. Here is my easy-to-follow guide for you. So, let’s read them.

Key Takeaways

• Fortnite red error screen on PS4 means the game cannot connect to Epic Games servers.
• The error screen may be due to a bad internet connection, DNS server issues, outdated PS4 or game, or Epic Games’ servers being down for maintenance.
• You can fix this error quickly by manually changing your DNS settings, updating the game, deleting game files and installing them again, and speeding up your internet.

What Causes The Fortnite Red Screen Error On PS4?

Fortnite red screen error on PS4 can be caused by several factors, including:

• Bad internet connection
• DNS server issues
• Outdated PS4 or game
• Epic Games’ servers are down for maintenance

How To Fix The Fortnite Red Screen Error On PS4?

Luckily, you can try a few fixes to eliminate the red error screen of doom on Fortnite. So, use the steps below to fix this error:

• Restart the console
• Check network connection
• Install game updates
• Sign out of your PlayStation account
• Delete local game files on PS4
• Change the DNS server

1) Restart The Console 

In my findings, restarting the device is one of the most straightforward solutions for tech-related problems. Restart the PS4 console and see if that resolves the red error screen on Fortnite. Moreover, turning off your console and powering it again will make the error disappear.

2) Check Network Connection

Fortnite needs a minimum of 3 Mbps upload speed and 5 Mbps download speed. It will be wise to take an internet speed test to determine your network bandwidth. If it falls below the minimum requirement, you can contact your Internet Service Provider to upgrade the package so you can continue gaming without interruptions.

If the network bandwidth is within range, I recommend restarting your router to reestablish the connection between Epic Games’ server and your device. It may be possible that the DNS cache may have gotten corrupted, and a simple restart will solve the issue.

3) Install Game Updates

Another reason you might be facing the Fortnite red error screen on your PS4 console because you are trying to fight Royale on an old or outdated game version. Therefore, I suggest you ensure the latest game patch is installed because developers fix bugs and add additional features to Fortnite with each update.

1. Go to “Home” by pressing the PS button on the controller.
2. Go to “Start,” the PSN library, to see all your games and applications.

   

3. Scroll down to the “Games” tab to view all your downloaded games.

   

4. Select “Fortnite” and press the “Options” button.
5. Choose “Check For Update” from the menu.

   

6. The latest version of Fortnite will be added to your Downloads without permission and begin installing automatically.
7. Select “Go to Downloads” to check the download time.

   

8. Finally, you can press “Options” to “Pause” or “Cancel and Delete” the update.

4) Sign Out Of Your PlayStation Account

A quick fix that you can try to get rid of the ESP-BUIMET-003 error is to log out of your PSN account and log in again, as it has fixed this error for one of my team members.

1. Hold down the PlayStation button for five seconds.
2. Choose “Log Out of PS4” from the menu.

   

3. Go to Home’s “Power” options to find the log-out option.

   

4. Go to “Settings” from the Home screen once logged out.
5. Select “Account Management > Sign in” and enter your credentials.

   

6. Click “Sign in” to log in to your PSN account.

   

Furthermore, you can relaunch Fortnite; hopefully, your error will be resolved. If it happens to persist, please move on to the next fix.

5) Delete Local Game Files On PS4

You may face the red error screen on Fortnite due to corrupted game files or storage issues. I suggest clearing your console’s local saved game cache and storage to fix the problem.

1. Press the PlayStation button on the remote.
2. Select “Settings” from the menu.

   

3. Select “Application Saved Data Management” from the Settings options.

   

4. Go to “Saved Data In System Storage.”

   

5. Choose “Delete,” and a game file list will be displayed.

   

6. Select Fortnite game files and press “Delete” to clear them.
   

   

7. Some PS4 consoles might see “Saved Data” instead of “Application Saved Data Management.”
   

   

8. Select “Saved Data PS4” to find game files.
   

   

9. Select the game files you want to delete and press “Delete.” This will clear the game cache.

Ensure you have uploaded the game to the PS4 cloud before deleting it, or you will lose all your progression. Once you have deleted the Fortnite game files, you must re-download the game from “Puthe chased Games Library” on your PS4 console.

6) Change DNS Server

Changing the DNS server is also a solution tried by my team members, and it also worked for other users. Sometimes, you may stumble across the Fortnite red error screen due to problems with your ISP-provided Domain Name System server. I suggest trying out a different DNS server, like Google DNS, which has a high uptime while gaming, to avoid errors.

Follow these steps to change DNS on PS4 and check whether the error has been resolved.

1. Go to “Settings“> “Network“.

   

2. Select “Set Up Internet Connection” to modify DNS settings.

   

3. Choose the “Custom” setting to enter your DNS.

   

4. Select “Automatic” from IP Address Settings.

   

5. In the DHCP Hostname, select “Do Not Specify.”

   

6. Choose “Manual” from DNS settings.

   

7. Finally, manually enter the Primary and Secondary DNS addresses below to change your DNS to the Google DNS server.

   

What To Do If The Fixes Don’t Work?

Lastly, if you have tried all the methods above and cannot resolve the red error screen on Fortnite, you can submit a ticket to Epic Games for help. Mention all the troubleshooting methods you have tried and include screenshots of the error. The Epic Games support team will contact you with fixes for the problem.

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