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Roblox error 279

Failed to connect to the game (ID 17)

The Roblox app is having trouble setting up a network connection with the game servers.

Is Roblox down right now? Operational: 22 problem reports in the last hour. If it were down for everyone, this error could come from there; right now it looks normal.
Fix it

How to fix error 279

  1. Force-close Roblox and restart your device.

  2. Uninstall Roblox and reinstall a fresh copy.

  3. Make sure your device's date and time are correct.

  4. Try a different internet connection, and contact your provider if it continues.

From Roblox's help pages: en.help.roblox.com, in our words. Checked on 5 November 2026. If the steps do not help, Roblox's own support is the next stop.

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