What is Error Code 53 in Steam & How to Quickly Fix it?

Changing the download region should help

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Some of our readers get the messageThe Steam servers are too busy to handle your request for [game title]. Error code (53)when trying to launch a game on the Steam app.

This error code usually occurs for newly released games and restricts the user from accessing the game he intends to play and may even disrupt the online multiplayer sessions abruptly.

If you are struggling with the same problem in Steam, try the solutions listed in this guide.

Why do I get the error code 53 in Steam?

Below are the possible causes why you encounter the error code 53 when launching games on the Steam app:

Now that you are aware of the possible reasons for the Steam error code 53, let’s proceed to check out the solutions.

How do I fix the error code 53 in Steam?

You are recommended to try these simple workarounds which have worked for several users before proceeding to move complex solutions.

If you still run into the Steam error code 53 when launching or updating a game, try the solutions listed below.

1. Temporarily disable real-time protection

Windows Defender often blocks the game executable files considering them to be suspicious, thus the error code 53 in Steam. Disabling the real-time protection settings will ensure thatWindows Securitydoes not restrict the game from contacting the server.

In case you have a third-party antivirus installed, you can disable it as well during the game sessions.

2. Allow games through Windows Firewall

You may get the error code 53 when launching the games if the Windows firewall is preventing the executable file of the game from launching successfully on the Steam app. So allowing the EXE game files should fix the problem.

If you’re using a third-party firewall, use its settings to include this exception as well, or disable it temporarily.

3. Reset the network settings

As described on different forums, misconfigured networking settings often interfere with the launch of the games on the Steam app. Resetting the network settings will restore the networking components to their default values so that you do not get the error code 53 in Steam.

4. Change the download region

There may be some server issue in the current download region for which your request is not being processed by it. Changing the download region should improve the download speed and resolve the latency issues.

There you go! The Steam error 53 error should now be resolved so that you can enjoy your favorite games.

In case you encounter an error ininitializing and updating the transaction, refer to this guide for possible solutions.

If you have any queries, feedback, or comments for us, do let us know in the comments section.

What is Error Code 53 in Steam & How to Quickly Fix it?#

Why do I get the error code 53 in Steam?#

How do I fix the error code 53 in Steam?#

1. Temporarily disable real-time protection#

2. Allow games through Windows Firewall#

3. Reset the network settings#

4. Change the download region#