Puget Altus is an error message that appears when players are having issues connecting to the online services of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (MW2). Read on to learn more about the cause of this error and possible methods of fixing it!

What is the Puget Altus Error?

An Error Connecting to Servers Issue

The Puget Altus Error usually occurs when the game is having difficulty connecting to the Modern Warfare 2 servers upon launch due to issues with your Internet Connection or if the game servers are unstable.

This may also be due to the fact that a lot of players are connecting to the servers during peak hours which causes heavy traffic to the servers and is unable to handle several connections from dozens of players around the world.

Puget Altus May Be the Main Cause of Recent Connectivity Issues

For the past few days, players have been constantly dealing with server connection issues and receiving the Puget Altus Error. It's easy to assume that the servers are simply down for maintenance, however this may not be the case as the servers have been up and running without disruptance for several weeks/months now.

We can however assume that the servers are having difficulty in managing server traffic as the game is boasting a huge number of players online daily.

How to Fix Puget Altus Error

Suggested Fixes
Check if You Have a Stable Internet Connection Restart Your Internet Modem Switch to a Cabled Connection

Check if You Have a Stable Internet Connection

One of the main causes for Puget Altus is having a weak Internet connection, make sure your Internet speed is fast in order to avoid any issues connecting to the Modern Warfare 2 servers.

How to Check Internet Connection for All Platforms

• PC: Settings > Network & Internet > Status
• PlayStation: Settings > Network > Connection Status > Test Internet Connection
• Xbox: Settings > Network Settings > Test Your Connection

Restart Your Internet Modem

If you have confirmed a fast Internet connection but the game is still unable to connect properly, you can try restarting your modem to clear its cache and allow it to connect properly to the Modern Warfare 2 servers.

Switch to a Cabled Connection

Wireless connections often get connection disruptions related to signal strength, causing you to have trouble connecting to the game Modern Warfare 2 servers. If you are gaming over WiFi, consider switching over to a wired connection for a more stable internet connection.

How to Check Modern Warfare 2 Server Status?

Check the Online Services Page of Your Platform

Click on any of the links above to check out the status of online services for your chosen platform. Each platform will update their pages or release statements if either Modern Warfare 2 or Warzone 2 servers are down.

At the time of writing, the servers have not had any significant outages. But with Season 1 coming to an end and the speculated Season 2 right around the corner, there may be some quick server maintenance fixes and outages that will happen over the course of the following weeks.

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