How to fix ‘checking wait time’ error in VALORANT

There’s nothing worse than settling in for some VALORANT after a long day, only to be stuck on a vague “checking wait time” message instead of the Play button. Fret not as we’re here to help you get back to your grind.

Errors are a regular part of online gaming, especially in popular titles like VALORANT, but that doesn’t mean you have to put up with the frustration they bring. While some issues require Riot’s intervention, the good news is that most hiccups—like the VALORANT checking wait time alert—can be tackled on your end with just a few simple attempts.