van 57
Moderate
Valorant · Gaming
Vanguard anti-cheat not initialized — Riot Vanguard failed to start properly and cannot verify the game's integrity before launch
Quick Answer
Error code VAN 57 on your Valorant Gaming means: Vanguard anti-cheat not initialized — Riot Vanguard failed to start properly and cannot verify the game's integrity before launch. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Restart your computer — Vanguard requires a full reboot after installation to initialize the kernel-level driver
2
Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc), go to Services tab, find 'vgc' and ensure it is Running. If stopped, right-click and select Start
3
Open Windows Services (services.msc), find 'Riot Vanguard', set Startup Type to 'Automatic', then click Start
4
If using third-party antivirus, add exceptions for Vanguard: C:\Program Files\Riot Vanguard\ and the vgc.exe process
5
For Windows 11: Enter BIOS (restart and press DEL/F2), enable Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 under Security settings
6
Uninstall Vanguard from Add/Remove Programs, restart your PC, then launch Valorant to trigger a fresh Vanguard installation
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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