Sometimes, when you're ready to jump into a game of Among Us with your friends, it just won't let you play online. This can be super frustrating, but usually, it comes down to a few common problems like server issues, your internet connection, or even a small glitch with the game itself. Don't worry, most of these problems are pretty easy to fix once you know what to look for.

Let's break down why Among Us might be giving you trouble:

• Among Us Servers Are Busy or Down: A lot of the time, the game's servers are just too full, or they might be down for maintenance. You might see messages like "Reliable packet 1 (size=#) was not ack'd after #ms" or "The Among Us matchmaker is full." This usually means you just need to wait a bit or try a different server.
• Your Internet Connection Isn't Strong: Among Us needs a stable internet connection. If your Wi-Fi signal is weak, your mobile data is spotty, or your internet speed is too slow, the game will struggle to stay connected. You might get a "Network is unreachable" error. I remember one time, I was trying to play Among Us on my phone using public Wi-Fi at a coffee shop, and I kept getting disconnected. It wasn't until I switched to my home Wi-Fi that it finally worked smoothly.
• Outdated Game Version or Corrupted Files: If your game isn't the latest version, or if some game files got messed up, it can stop you from playing online.
• Account or Authentication Problems: Sometimes the game can't confirm who you are, especially if you're not signed in correctly or there's an issue with your account. You might see "The Among Us servers could not authenticate you."
• Wrong Server Region Selected: If you're trying to play on a server that's very far from where you are, it can cause lag and disconnects.
• Firewall or Antivirus Blocking the Game: Your computer's security software might be mistakenly blocking Among Us from connecting to the internet.
• Too Many Apps Running: On your phone or computer, if you have a lot of other apps open, they might be using up all your internet or device power, making it hard for Among Us to run.
• The Game Lobby is Full or Already Started: If a game you're trying to join is already full of players or has already begun, you won't be able to get in.

Quick Fixes to Get Back Online

Dealing with connection issues is a common part of online gaming. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to troubleshoot and hopefully get back to finding the imposter.

Here’s what you can do:

1. Check Among Us Server Status: Before you do anything else, see if the game's servers are having issues. You can often check official Among Us social media pages (like their Twitter) or websites that track server status. If the servers are down, you just have to wait it out.

2. Restart Everything: This is a classic for a reason! Close Among Us completely, then restart your device (phone, PC, or console). Also, give your internet router and modem a quick restart by unplugging them for about 60 seconds and then plugging them back in. This can clear up many minor glitches.

3. Improve Your Internet Connection:

• Move Closer to Wi-Fi: If you're on Wi-Fi, try getting closer to your router for a stronger signal.
• Switch to Wi-Fi or Cellular Data: If you're on mobile data and having issues, try connecting to Wi-Fi. If you're on Wi-Fi and it's bad, try switching to mobile data (if you have enough).
• Use a Wired Connection (PC/Console): An Ethernet cable gives you the most stable connection.
• Close Other Apps: Shut down any other apps or programs that might be using a lot of internet, like streaming videos or big downloads.

4. Change Your Server Region: In Among Us, you can usually change your server region (look for a globe icon on the main screen). If you're in North America, try switching to Europe or Asia, and vice-versa. Sometimes one region is just too busy.

5. Update the Game: Make sure your Among Us app is fully updated to the latest version. Outdated games can have compatibility issues.

6. Clear Game Cache (Mobile): For mobile players, clearing the game's cache can often fix strange errors without deleting your saved data. You can usually do this in your device's app settings.

7. Sign In to Your Account: If you're playing as a guest, try signing into an Among Us account. Sometimes authentication issues pop up for guest accounts. A friend of mine couldn't play online for days until he realized he just needed to properly sign into his Among Us account, rather than playing as a guest. He felt pretty silly, but it fixed the problem instantly!

8. Check Firewall/Antivirus Settings: If you're on a PC, briefly check if your firewall or antivirus program is blocking Among Us. You might need to add an exception for the game.

9. Reinstall the Game: If all else fails, uninstalling and reinstalling Among Us can sometimes fix deeper issues with corrupted files.

If you're still having trouble, consider reaching out to Among Us support. In the meantime, if you want to make in-app purchases for Among Us, use Playstorm to earn towards Apple or Google Play gift cards and enhance your gameplay!