This Bloodweb message usually means a purchase didn’t sync to the servers, so the game rolls back and kicks you to the title screen.
Few things kill the mood like lining up a clean Bloodweb, tapping the last node, then getting punted to “press any button.” You didn’t do anything wrong. Most of the time, the game just didn’t get a clean confirmation back from the servers, so it plays it safe and rewinds the transaction.
The upside is that your Bloodpoints usually come back after the restart. The downside is the loop: buy, error, restart, repeat. This guide walks you through the fixes that most often stop it, plus the signs that tell you it’s not your setup at all.
It’s annoying, but you can break the cycle.
What The Bloodweb Error Means
When you spend Bloodpoints, the client sends a “buy these nodes” request. The backend checks your balance, applies the purchases, then sends the updated Bloodweb state back. If that handshake breaks at the wrong moment, the game can’t trust what it sees on your screen, so it resets you to the main menu and loads the last known-good state.
You’ll usually notice one of these patterns:
- It happens on the final node — The error pops as you complete a web, then the game reloads.
- Auto-purchase triggers it — Spending fast works for a few levels, then the transaction fails and you get booted.
- Your level rolls back — You return to the previous Bloodweb level and your Bloodpoints are refunded.
- It clusters around busy times — Prime-time, event nights, or right after a patch can make it show up more.
One repeat trigger is a Bloodweb with older event offerings. Bug reports note that spending Bloodpoints on those webs can throw a Bloodweb error. If the crash sticks to one web level, back out to the lobby, reopen the Bloodweb, then purchase nodes manually.
That doesn’t mean it’s always a server outage. Packet loss, Wi-Fi hiccups, strict NAT, or a blocked connection can create the same “can’t sync” result. The trick is narrowing it down before you spend an hour chasing the wrong fix.
An Error Has Occurred Updating Your Bloodweb
If you only try one section, make it this one. These steps target the most common causes and take the least effort. Do them in order and test after each change so you know what actually worked.
Fast Checklist Before You Change Anything
- Restart the game — Fully close it, wait 20–30 seconds, then launch again so the session token refreshes.
- Try one Bloodweb slowly — Buy a few nodes, pause a second, then continue. Rapid taps can amplify a shaky connection.
- Switch to manual purchase — If auto-purchase is on, turn it off for a test web to see if the error is tied to bulk buys.
- Change characters — Spend 10–20k on a different Survivor or Killer. If one character fails every time, it may be a character-specific glitch.
- Back out and re-open Bloodweb — Return to the lobby, then open the Bloodweb again to force a clean refresh.
Quick Triage Table
| What You Notice | What It Often Points To | Try This First |
|---|---|---|
| Error hits every other web | Unstable connection or busy servers | Slow purchases, then try again later |
| Error hits only one character | Bugged web state for that character | Spend on another character, then relaunch |
| Error shows after a patch | Client files out of sync | Verify files or reinstall updates |
| Error shows on Wi-Fi, not wired | Packet loss spikes | Use Ethernet or move closer to the router |
| Other menus also fail | Backend hiccup | Check outage reports, then wait |
If the error keeps looping, move on to the deeper fixes below. You’re aiming to remove three big culprits: flaky connectivity, damaged game files, and stale cached data that keeps reintroducing the same bad state.
Fixing Bloodweb Update Errors After Spending Bloodpoints
This is the “do the boring stuff that works” section. Each step is small. Together, they cover most cases reported across Steam, Epic, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch.
- Power-cycle your modem and router — Unplug both for 60 seconds, plug the modem back in first, then the router.
- Drop any VPN or proxy — Extra hops can add jitter, and some routes get flagged or throttled.
- Use a wired connection — If you can’t, place your console or PC where Wi-Fi is steady and avoid busy 2.4 GHz channels.
- Pause background downloads — Updates, cloud sync, and streaming can spike packet loss at the worst time.
- Spend Bloodpoints in smaller bursts — Buy 5–8 nodes, back out to the lobby, then return to the Bloodweb.
- Sign out and sign back in — On console, sign out of your platform profile and relaunch. On PC, fully exit the launcher and reopen it.
- Try a different region route — Change DNS to a well-known public resolver, then test again to see if routing improves.
If one of these steps reduces the frequency but doesn’t stop it, keep going. The next section focuses on platform-specific cleanup that often resolves the “boots you back to the title screen” version of the error.
Platform Fixes For Steam, Epic, Xbox, PlayStation, And Switch
Pick your platform and do the matching steps. These are the ones that usually change the outcome when restarts alone don’t.
PC Fixes On Steam Or Epic
- Verify game files — Run the launcher’s file check so missing or damaged files get replaced.
- Install pending platform updates — Update Windows and the launcher, then reboot before you test.
- Close overlays — Disable extra overlays one by one (Discord, GPU overlay, capture tools) and see if stability improves.
- Whitelist the game in security tools — Allow the executable through your firewall, then test a Bloodweb in a private lobby.
- Reset the network stack — Reboot the PC, then renew the connection so you start fresh.
PlayStation Fixes
- Clear the console cache — Fully shut down, unplug power for 60 seconds, then restart.
- Rebuild the database — Use Safe Mode tools if the console UI is sluggish or menus lag during the Bloodweb.
- Restore game licenses — If content ownership looks weird or DLC doesn’t load, refresh licenses and test again.
Xbox Fixes
- Clear persistent storage — Clear Blu-ray persistent storage, then reboot so cached data flushes.
- Clear reserved space — Delete reserved space for the game so it rebuilds cleanly on next launch.
- Check quick resume — Quit the game from the home screen instead of relying on suspend features.
Nintendo Switch Fixes
- Restart the console fully — Use the Power Options menu and select Restart, not Sleep.
- Move the game to internal storage — Test from internal storage in case the SD card is slowing reads.
- Test another network — Use a phone hotspot for one Bloodweb to see if your home route is the trigger.
If your platform steps don’t change anything, you’re likely dealing with a connection path issue or a server-side hiccup. The next section helps you spot which one it is.
Network Checks That Stop Repeat Bloodweb Errors
The Bloodweb is transaction-heavy. You can play matches with minor packet loss and barely notice it. A purchase screen is less forgiving. These checks are about making your connection steady, not just fast.
Connection Moves That Pay Off
- Switch to Ethernet — It cuts random loss that Wi-Fi adds when the signal fights walls and other devices.
- Restart your router weekly — Long uptimes can create odd routing behavior on some home hardware.
- Enable UPnP — It can help consoles negotiate ports cleanly without manual forwarding.
- Check NAT type — Moderate or strict NAT can block clean session updates in some setups.
- Stop double NAT — If your modem and router both route, place one in bridge mode or use a single router.
DNS Changes Worth Testing
DNS won’t fix a broken server, but it can change the route you take to it. If you see Bloodweb errors at the same time every night, a routing change can smooth things out.
- Pick a public DNS — Google DNS and Cloudflare are common options; use the one that’s stable in your region.
- Set it on the device — Apply DNS on your console or PC so only that device changes.
- Test one full Bloodweb — If the error drops off, keep the setting for a few sessions to confirm.
At this point, if the error still hits and other players are reporting the same thing, it’s time to stop tinkering and check service health. You’ll save yourself a lot of wheel-spinning.
When The Servers Are Shaky And What To Do Next
Some Bloodweb spikes are on the backend. Behaviour has acknowledged periods where players received errors tied to the Bloodweb or redeeming Rift challenges, and those incidents were addressed with server-side work. When that’s the case, your local fixes won’t stick until the service settles.
Here’s a clean way to confirm what’s going on without guesswork:
- Check outage reports — Sites like Downdetector can show a spike in reports that lines up with your timing.
- Try again after a short break — Give it 15–30 minutes, then spend a small amount of Bloodpoints as a test.
- Avoid mass spending during the spike — Save your big Bloodpoint dump for when the servers feel stable.
- Capture a short clip — Record the moment the error appears, plus your platform and timestamp.
- Report it through official channels — Use the BHVR bug reporting portal if it’s repeatable, or contact BHVR through their contact page if you need an account-side check.
If you’ve done the steps above and the message still shows up every single time, write down two details before you report: whether it happens on one character or all characters, and whether manual buying is stable while auto-purchase fails. Those two clues narrow the cause fast.
One last note that catches people off guard: if you get the error, don’t spam retries back-to-back. A calm loop works better. Relaunch, spend a small amount, then either keep going or step away and let the servers settle. Your Bloodpoints will still be there when you come back.
And if you’re looking for the phrase you saw in-game, it’s this: an error has occurred updating your bloodweb. When you see it again after trying the checklist, it’s a signal to switch from “tap harder” to “check the route or wait it out.”
Once it’s stable again, you can return to fast leveling. Until then, treat the Bloodweb like online banking: slow, steady clicks, and no rage-spending.
On the days it keeps popping, remember the core truth: an error has occurred updating your bloodweb is rarely permanent. It’s a sync failure, and sync failures usually have a boring fix.
