Having trouble with DRAGON BALL Sparking ZERO? I’ve been there. Frustrating, right? Don’t worry, I’ve found a few steps that have worked for me—and they might just work for you too. Let’s get this sorted out.
Table of Contents
- Solution 1: Adjust the Lobby Time Limit
- Solution 2: Remove FPS Unlock in the Engine File
- Solution 3: Delete the Engine File
- Solution 4: Delete the Config Folder
- Solution 5: Turn VSync On or Off
- Solution 6: Change DNS Settings
- Solution 7: Reset Network Command Prompt Fixes
- Solution 8: Power Cycle Your Devices
- Solution 9: Check Time and Date Settings
- Solution 10: Try a Different Network
- Solution 11: Update Windows
- Solution 12: Verify Game Files on Steam
Solution 1: Adjust the Lobby Time Limit
- Open the game and locate the lobby time setting.
- If it’s set to 600 seconds, reduce it to 360 or even 180.
- Confirm the changes and see if this helps. It worked for me.
Solution 2: Remove FPS Unlock in the Engine File
If you’ve unlocked FPS by editing the engine file, undo that. It’s causing trouble.
- Navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\SparkingZERO\Saved\Config\Windows.
- Find and open the Engine.ini file. If you’ve added any FPS-related lines, delete them.
- Save and restart the game. Fingers crossed, this could resolve the issue.
Solution 3: Delete the Engine File
If the FPS fix didn’t work, try deleting the Engine.ini file. Go back to the same folder as above, right-click the file, and delete it. Don’t worry! When you launch the game again, it’ll recreate this file with default settings.
Solution 4: Delete the Config Folder
Next step? Deleting the entire Config folder might help. This resets all saved settings, but it’s worth a shot. Re-launch the game and check for improvements.
Solution 5: Turn VSync On or Off
Open game options, head to Graphics, and check VSync.
If it’s off, turn it on, and vice versa. See which setting works best for you.
Solution 6: Change DNS Settings
Sometimes, switching to Google’s DNS can solve connection issues.
- Go to your Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Properties for your network.
- Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
- Enter these DNS settings:
- Preferred DNS: 8.8.8.8
- Alternate DNS: 8.8.4.4
- Apply and restart your game.
Solution 7: Reset Network Command Prompt Fixes
- Run Command Prompt as administrator.
- Enter the commands:
ipconfig /flushdns ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset
Solution 8: Power Cycle Your Devices
Shut down your PC, unplug the power cord, and press the power button for a few seconds. This clears any static electricity. Restart your router and your PC. Simple, but it might just work!
Solution 9: Check Time and Date Settings
- Go to Windows Settings > Time & Language.
- Ensure “Set time automatically” and “Set time zone automatically” are both ON.
- Sync time and try again.
Solution 10: Try a Different Network
Switch to another Wi-Fi network, if possible. If you’ve got an Ethernet cable, try that. You could even use a mobile hotspot if nothing else works.
Solution 11: Update Windows
- Check for any pending Windows updates.
- Install them, restart your PC, and give the game another go.
Solution 12: Verify Game Files on Steam
- Open Steam, right-click the game, go to Properties > Installed Files.
- Click on “Verify integrity of game files.” Wait for it to finish, then restart the game.
Tech problems always seem to show up when you’re ready to play, right? Stick with these steps, and one of them should help you get back online in DRAGON BALL Sparking ZERO.