chats

I've got the same issue, I'm looking for a fix

PC-Steam

I have determined the issue is related to my network connection/public IP address. When I launch the game using a VPN, the chat works instantly, and all incoming messages are visible. When I connect without the VPN, the chat is immediately dead again.

I wanted to share the fix that resolved my specific issue with incoming chat messages in Battlefield. This is NOT a universal fix, but it worked for me after extensive diagnostics.

The Problem: Network Instability

My issue stemmed from two interacting problems:

1. Double NAT (CGNAT) from ISP: My router was reporting a private WAN IP address. This means the connection was behind Carrier-Grade NAT (CGNAT), which restricts stable inbound traffic needed for chat.
2. Windows Firewall Conflict: This network instability was made worse because the game/EA App was missing permissions in the local firewall.

Proof: Launching the game using a VPN instantly fixed the chat.

The Working Solution (The Firewall Fix):

The solution was to remove the local blocking:

1. Open Windows Firewall Settings:
   • Go to Windows Defender Firewall -> Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
2. Grant Full Access:
   • Find ALL entries related to Battlefield (e.g., BF 2042) and EA App (EA Desktop, etc.).
   • Ensure that BOTH checkboxes are ticked for ALL these entries: Private and Public.