van 1067
Moderate
Valorant · Gaming
Vanguard encountered an unexpected error and could not initialize — the anti-cheat service crashed during startup
Quick Answer
Error code VAN 1067 on your Valorant Gaming means: Vanguard encountered an unexpected error and could not initialize — the anti-cheat service crashed during startup. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Restart your PC to clear any temporary service failures
2
Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run: sfc /scannow — wait for completion, then restart if repairs are made
3
Uninstall Riot Vanguard through Settings > Apps > Installed Apps > Riot Vanguard > Uninstall
4
Restart your computer after uninstalling Vanguard
5
Launch Valorant — it will automatically download and install a fresh copy of Vanguard
6
If the error continues, check Windows Event Viewer (eventvwr.msc) under System logs for Vanguard-related crash entries
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
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