Valorant Errors & Fixes
Valorant VAL Errors vs. VAN Errors: What's the Difference?
VAL client and account codes vs VAN Vanguard codes — including why VAL 5 is not VAL 152 and which VAN codes are config-only.
2026-10-13 · 9 min read
VAL vs. VAN: Why the Difference Matters
Both prefixes block play but describe different systems. Read the full message and prefix before troubleshooting.
What Are VAL Errors?
VAL codes relate to client, account sessions, and game services. Examples: VAL 5 logged in elsewhere; VAL 152 listed as HWID in the general table. Riot warns that table may be outdated.
What Are VAN Errors?
| Error | Documented meaning |
|---|---|
| VAN 84 | Vanguard connection or init problem |
| VAN 1067 | Unexpected Vanguard startup or communication issue |
| VAN 152 | Hardware ID restriction |
| VAN 9001 | TPM 2.0 requirement |
| VAN 9002 | Windows Exploit Protection requirement |
| VAN 9003 | Secure Boot requirement |
| VAN 9005 | TPM, UEFI, and VBS security configuration |
Conclusion
Use Riot's VALORANT error page for VAL codes and Vanguard error catalog for VAN codes.
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