Apex Legends dev shares fix for error code temp-banning players The Loadout The Loadout Apex Legends dev shares fix for error code temp-banning players Having trouble with an unusual cosmetics-based error code popping up during a game of Apex Legends? Well, there’s a rather simple work-around available Kyle Wilson Updated: Apr 13, 2022 06:53 ET Apex Legends Respawn Entertainment is always tweaking its battle royale and, usually, these minor changes improve player experience and the stability of the game. However, that isn't always the case and Apex Legends' latest update has caused an unusual error code to pop up for players mid-game. It's not just kicking players from their matches, though – this error code can even issue you with a ten-minute temporary ban. Thankfully, a developer has shared a quick work-around on Reddit. Reddit user 'Flexatronn' is just one of several Apex Legends players who have taken to the online forum to express their dismay at being randomly kicked from a live game of Apex Legends and, in many cases, being temporarily banned for ten minutes after seeing the following error code: 'sh_weapon_cosmetics.nut #531' Looking at the text related to the error code, it's clear that the issue is related to a weapon cosmetic – and, 'rspn_exgeniar' (which we think is live technical designer Aaron Li, looking at Apex Legends' credits list) has highlighted what players need to look out for if they want to avoid this issue. "If I am reading the error message properly," Li began, "for the time being to work around the issue… 'S03 Platinum Gun Charm', don't put a gun charm on that gun while using your reactive skin.' Getting this error. Anyone else? from apexlegends So, to clear things up a little bit… It appears that the error code is being caused by players picking up a weapon with a reactive skin and the S03 Platinum weapon charm attached. This comment would suggest that Respawn Entertainment is aware of the issue, which in turn would suggest that a fix is coming, but we just don't know for sure. So, with no timeline on a fix, if you want to climb the Apex Legends ranks, we suggest checking your weapon cosmetics before you jump into a game. While you're doing that, it might be worth checking out the Apex Legends tier list for recommendations on the best legends for the job – reactive weapon skin or not. More from The Loadout Here’s when Apex Legends’ Gun Run returns in Fight or Fright event This Week in Apex Legends news: rockets, roller coasters, and ranked Apex Legends Season 14 trailer scopes in on Vantage's kit and story Apex Legends Season 14 release time - when does Hunted begin? Apex Legends’ Vantage makes you a better sniper in more than one way Apex Legends might be getting a heavy rocket launcher in the future Kyle Wilson If Kyle isn't writing about upcoming PS5 games, he's playing them. Kyle is currently excited about Overwatch 2, Apex Legends, Call of Duty Warzone, and Fortnite. Popular now Orianna has been disabled for League of Legends Worlds 2022 The FIFA 23 meta has quickly become all about Lengthy players Blizzard assures Overwatch 2 players their OW1 skins aren’t lost Network N Media earns commission from qualifying purchases via Amazon Associates and other programs. We include affiliate links in articles. View terms. Prices correct at time of publication. More stories Odoamne says Rogue is taking LoL Worlds 2022 “one game at a time” Best Warzone Loadout of the Week – battle with Modern Warfare’s best The LoL Worlds 2022 final is headed to a cinema near you More from The Loadout Follow us for daily videogame news on Facebook, Twitter, Steam, and Google News. Apex Legends ranks - RP, Season 14 ranked splits, and more Apex Legends patch notes - what's new in Season 14? The best battle royale games Free shooting games Best PS5 games Best Xbox games