Understanding and Fixing Destiny 2 Buffalo Error

Bungie has recently announced the first Destiny 2 expansion, named Warmind.
However, players reported numerous issues after the update.
One issue that troubled a bulk of players was the Buffalo error.

  • The Destiny 2 Buffalo error is triggered by corrupted files, corrupted registry, or outdated drivers.
  • To fix this issue, you should check the Destiny 2 executable files.
  • Another solution is to use a specialized tool to help you fix corrupted files.

Check if your device meets the system requirements

  1. If your PC does not meet the minimum requirements, the Buffalo error will be visible on your screen. Follow the steps below, to check if you have the required requirements.
  2. Install the latest graphics drivers
    Install the latest graphics drivers
  3. Update Windows
  4. Restart the PC

Turn them off and try again

  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller and go to Settings.
  2. Select System > Console info > Console power.
    Select System > Console info > Console power.
  3. See if your console is on Standby or Sleep mode. If it is, turn it off completely and back on.
  4. Try launching the game again.

Download the latest drivers

  1. Many users have reported that the issue can be resolved simply by updating their drivers.
  2. You can download the latest drivers from the official NVIDIA GeForce website.
    You can download the latest drivers from the official NVIDIA GeForce website.
  3. Check if your system has an NVIDIA or AMD graphics card

Update your

  1. Open the Microsoft Store app and head to the Menu.
  2. Select Downloads and then Update.
    Select Downloads and then Update.
  3. Wait for the downloading process to finish.

Check your internet connection

  1. Destiny 2 requires a stable internet connection to play the game.
  2. If the internet connection is unstable, there may be a chance that you can run into issues like Buffalo error.
    If the internet connection is unstable, there may be a chance that you can run into issues like Buffalo error.

Clear your cache and data

  1. Type settings in the search bar and open the Settings app.
  2. Navigate to Apps > Apps & features > App manager.
    Navigate to Apps > Apps & features > App manager.
  3. Locate the Destiny 2 game and click on it.
  4. Click on the Uninstall option.

Reinstall the game

  1. Go to Steam library -> right click on the game -> Properties -> Uninstall.
  2. Delete the Cache folder
    Delete the Cache folder
  3. Install the game again
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