The PVP.net client is deprecated now and has been replaced by the Launcher since 2017. However, veteran League players may have a not-so-fond memory of unsuccessfully updating with the PVP.net patcher.In this article, we’ve concisely listed the reasons for the PVP Net Kernel Not Working error as well as various ways to fix it.
Why Is PVP Net Kernel Not Working?
How to Fix PVP Net Kernel Not Working?
A quick fix that has worked for some users is to spam the launcher. This may not always work, but it doesn’t hurt to try before applying any of the troubleshooting methods listed below.
End PVP.net Patcher Process via Task Manager
The PVP.net patcher could be bugged, or it could be conflicting with some other background process or service, which ultimately makes the patcher crash. In such cases, here’s what you can do to resolve the issue:
Run LOL as Administrator
The patcher could also be malfunctioning because LOL doesn’t have the necessary permissions to download the update files. In such cases, here’s what you can do:
Run LOL in Compatibility Mode
If the patcher is crashing due to compatibility issues, the fix is very simple. You just need to run League in compatibility mode and try out a few different configurations. Here are the steps to do so:
Update LOL Manually
You can launch the patcher independently and check if you can manually update it. Here are the steps to do so:
Delete Patch Files
If you can’t manually update with the method detailed above, you can also delete the current patch files to force an automatic re-download. Here are the steps to do so:
Add LOL to Antivirus Exclusion List
In addition to background service conflict with Antivirus, the Antivirus could also be misinterpreting the LOL Patcher as a threat and blocking it from running. In such cases, you can resolve the issue by adding LOL to the antivirus’ exclusion list:
Reinstall League Of Legends
If nothing else works, the final option is to completely remove, then reinstall LOL. The first way to do this is with Riot’s Hextech Repair Tool. Additionally, you can also try to repair your current installation with the repair tool.The second way is to manually uninstall, then reinstall LOL. Here are the steps to do so:
Related Questions
How to Fix League of Legends Unexpected Session Error?
The unexpected error with login session mostly occurs due to issues on Riot’s end. Generally, this means the servers are crowded and there’s a queue at login, or the servers are down entirely, usually for maintenance. On the user’s end, a poor internet connection can also sometimes cause this error.
How to Fix High Ping in League of Legends?
The biggest factor that determines your ping in LOL is the distance from the server. For instance, most NA players get under 50 ping on NA servers. If they tried to play on EUW, the ping would be more like 150 – 200. The higher ping is due to the increase in physical distance to the EUW servers.While you usually can’t do much about the physical limitations of ping, you can still improve your ping by 10 – 30ms with a few other changes. If you’re facing ping spikes, switching to an Ethernet connection will greatly improve your connection stability as well as the ping.If you get better ping at, let’s say a friend’s place compared to your home, your ISP could be the issue. Think of ping as a road network. The data packets can take various routes to get from Point A (Your PC) to Point B (LOL Servers). The current route could be an inefficient one, which could be increasing the ping.If the packets took the shortest route, the time taken for them travel would decrease, and thus your ping would improve. You can talk to your ISP regarding this issue, or you can switch to a different one. Additionally, you can also try out ping optimization tools such as ExitLag on a trial.
How to Fix Low FPS / Stuttering in League of Legends?
Low FPS and stuttering in LOL generally occur if the visuals are set higher than your PC specs can handle. Specifically, you should enable Low Spec Mode and adjust the resolution and other settings for increased performance.
