Are you a Brawl Stars enthusiast eagerly waiting to dive back into the game after an update, only to find that it’s not opening?
Fret not, as we’ve got you covered with effective solutions to get your Brawl Stars up and running smoothly again.
In this blog, we’ll explore various troubleshooting methods to address the issue of Brawl Stars not opening after the latest update.
How To Fix Brawl Stars Not Opening After The Update?
To fix Brawl Stars not opening after the update, you can force stop Brawl Stars App, clear Brawl Stars App data and cache, and check for server issues. Additionally, you can update your device’s operating system, and uninstall and reinstall Brawl Stars.
1. Force Stop Brawl Stars App
Force-stopping the Brawl Stars app can help to fix issues where the game is not opening after an update because it completely ends any errant processes that the app may be running.
This can often reset the app’s state, allowing it to start fresh.
For Android:
- Open your phone’s settings.
- Scroll down to ‘Apps’ or ‘Application Manager’ and select it.
- Find and tap on ‘Brawl Stars’ from the list of applications.
- Go to ‘Storage’ and then tap on ‘Clear Cache’ and ‘Clear Data’.
For iOS:
- Go to ‘Settings’ and then ‘General’.
- Tap on ‘iPhone Storage’ and select ‘Brawl Stars’ from the list.
- To clear data, you have to tap ‘Delete App’, which will uninstall the app.
- Reinstall ‘Brawl Stars’ from the App Store to have a fresh start with no data or cache.
2. Check Server Status Of Brawl Stars
Sometimes the problem isn’t with your device but with the game’s servers.
Checking for server issues can save you time from troubleshooting your device unnecessarily.
If the servers are down, all you can do is wait for the developers to fix the issue.
Visit the official Brawl Stars social media pages for any announcements regarding server status.
3. Update Your Device’s Operating System
An outdated operating system can lead to compatibility issues with new game updates.
For Android:
- Open your device’s ‘Settings’ menu.
- Scroll down and tap on ‘System,’ then ‘Advanced,’ and select ‘System Update.’ (These steps may vary slightly depending on your device.)
- Your device will check for available updates. If there’s an update available, follow the prompts to download and install the latest version of your operating system.
For iOS:
- Go to the ‘Settings’ app on your iOS device.
- Tap ‘General,’ then ‘Software Update.’
- If an update is available, you’ll see an option to download and install it. Tap to start the update process and enter your passcode if prompted.
5. Uninstall And Reinstall Brawl Stars
Reinstalling Brawl Stars can be a last resort, as it can fix issues that other methods cannot, such as deeply ingrained bugs or corrupted game files that persist even after clearing cache and data.
For Android:
- Press and hold the ‘Brawl Stars’ app icon on your home screen or app drawer.
- Tap ‘Uninstall’ or drag the app to the ‘Uninstall’ bin that appears.
- Confirm the uninstallation.
- Restart your device to clear any residual files.
- Open the Google Play Store, search for ‘Brawl Stars,’ and tap ‘Install’ to reinstall the Brawl Stars.
For iOS:
- Press and hold the ‘Brawl Stars’ app icon on your home screen until it starts jiggling.
- Tap the ‘x’ that appears on the app icon to uninstall it.
- Confirm that you want to delete the app.
- Restart your iOS device by turning it off and then back on.
- Open the App Store, search for ‘Brawl Stars,’ and tap the download icon to reinstall the Brawl Stars.
6. Contact Brawl Stars Support
If you’ve tried all the troubleshooting steps and Brawl Stars still won’t open, reaching out to Brawl Stars support can provide you with more personalized assistance.
They can help identify and solve more complex issues specific to your account or device.