Far Far West Multiplayer Not Working? Fix!

You are staring at a Could not connect to Evil Raptor network error while trying to join a match in Far Far West. This usually happens because the game's public matchmaking is struggling, your network settings are blocking the handshake, or an outdated mod is causing a conflict with the latest patch.

Why this happens

The error is typically a result of either an Evil Raptor server outage, a local network restriction, or residual data corruption from the May 14 update. Verifying your files or bypassing public matchmaking often resolves the connection handshake.

Steps

1. 01
   Check the official store page at store.steampowered.com/app/3124540 or the Evil Raptor Discord to ensure the game servers are actually online.
2. 02
   Bypass public matchmaking by opening the current session panel in the game UI to copy your session code, or use the Steam overlay by pressing Shift+Tab and inviting your friend directly.
3. 03
   If you have a VPN enabled, disable it completely and relaunch the game to see if the connection is restored.
4. 04
   Update your DNS settings by going to Settings, Network and Internet, selecting your connection, and choosing Properties. Set the preferred DNS to 1.1.1.1 and the alternate to 1.0.0.1, then save and restart your PC.
5. 05
   Remove any custom .pak mods from your game folder to test if you can connect in a vanilla state, as the May 14 update frequently desyncs outdated files.
6. 06
   Verify your game installation by right-clicking Far Far West in your Steam library, selecting Properties, navigating to Installed Files, and clicking Verify integrity of game files.

Still not working?

If you still cannot connect after these steps, your ISP may be aggressively throttling game traffic or blocking the port range used by the Evil Raptor network. Try connecting your PC to a mobile hotspot temporarily to rule out your local router configuration, or check your Windows Firewall settings to ensure Far Far West has explicit permission to communicate through public and private networks.

Frequently asked questions

Will verifying my game files delete my save data?

No, verifying your integrity only replaces missing or corrupted game files and does not affect your local save progress.

Why does the game work with direct invites but not public matchmaking?

Public matchmaking relies on a broader server handshake that is more sensitive to DNS and firewall issues, while direct Steam invites use a more stable peer-to-peer relay.