Quick answer: Check Riot’s server status, test in a custom game, switch to Ethernet, close bandwidth-heavy apps and VPNs, then run Riot Client’s Full Repair Tool. Configure DNS or firewall rules only if the basic connection is stable but the loop remains.
Before you start
- Do not test in ranked play; use Practice Tool or a custom game to avoid AFK penalties.
- Note whether every device loses connection or only League does.
- Keep Windows Firewall enabled while troubleshooting.
Fix the reconnect loop
- Check Riot status: Confirm your region is not reporting a game or login incident.
- Test safely: Enter a custom game or Practice Tool. If the reconnect message appears there, continue without risking a match penalty.
- Use Ethernet: Connect the PC directly to the router if possible. Wi-Fi interference and packet loss commonly trigger the reconnect state.
- Close network-heavy software: Pause downloads, streaming, cloud sync, VPNs, and proxies. Restart the Riot Client.
- Restart the network path: Exit the client, restart Windows, and power-cycle the router for at least 15 seconds.
- Repair Riot files: Use Riot’s official Client Full Repair Tool to repair missing or corrupted files, then restart the client.
- Update Windows and the network adapter: Install Windows updates. In Device Manager, expand Network adapters, right-click the active adapter, and choose Update driver.
- Configure DNS only if needed: Use Riot’s official DNS guide and flush the DNS cache. Record the original setting so you can return it to Automatic.
- Allow Riot through the firewall: Add the Riot Client and League executables as allowed apps instead of turning the firewall off.
Why this works
Riot explains that the reconnect message appears when the game has missed network data and is trying to catch up. Ethernet, removing VPN or proxy routing, reducing traffic, and repairing files address the most common packet-loss, path, and client-integrity causes.
Alternatives
- Run Riot’s Lag Report where available to compare the ISP route with Riot’s servers.
- Test a second network briefly to determine whether the home network or PC is responsible.
- Gather Riot Repair Tool logs and attach them to a Player Support ticket if the loop persists.
Warnings and reversal
Do not permanently disable the firewall, antivirus, or router security. If a DNS change does not help, restore Obtain DNS server address automatically. Remove test firewall rules that are broader than the Riot and League executables.
FAQ
Why can I browse the web while League reconnects?
Web browsing tolerates brief packet loss; a live match needs continuous low-latency traffic to Riot’s game servers.
Will reinstalling League fix it?
Only if files are damaged. Run the Full Repair Tool first because it is faster and preserves the installation.
Can I keep playing while testing?
Use a custom game or Practice Tool until the connection is stable, as Riot recommends, to avoid an AFK or LeaverBuster penalty.
Official references
Source video
Captions remained unavailable after all retries. The article uses the video topic but bases the repair sequence and safety limits on current Riot guidance.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.