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The button may grey out due to a system error, internet instability, or temporary errors related to the Riot Client or Vanguard. Whatever the cause, here are the workarounds you should try.\u00a0 Restart your PC Rebooting my PC has helped me eliminate the play button not working error in VALORANT almost every time I faced it so far. It might be an annoying workaround, especially if your duo is waiting for you to return to the lobby, but it is the best fix to try first.\u00a0 Check your internet connection While it is a rare cause, an unstable network may be the culprit. Check if your internet is working well, and if not, you can try the following fixes: Reboot your router and modem.\u00a0 Switch to a direct connection if you\u2019re on WiFi. Switch to a gaming-friendly DNS. Disable VPN.\u00a0 Talk to your ISP. Check for server issues If rebooting doesn\u2019t help fix the error, it\u2019s likely a server error causing it. You can check VALORANT\u2019s server status from its official website or social pages. If it\u2019s a server error, your friends will likely have the same problem, so the best thing to do is wait for Riot to fix things up. There is nothing you can do to fix a server hiccup yourself. 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