Error code
Blizzard BC-101
BLIZZARDBC-101
Game/Platform Error· An error code shown by a game or gaming platform/launcher.
What it means
Overwatch on console failed to connect to the game server (broken connection error, console-specific)..
How to fix it
- Reset your router.
- Run your console's built-in network test.
- Check firewall and port settings.
- Verify your console's date and time are correct.
- Use a wired connection.
- Check Blizzard server status.
Not affiliated with Blizzard. Answer summarized from the manufacturer's manual linked above; consult that source for the authoritative procedure.
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