A PS5 system replace squashes these pesky Closing Fantasy XVI bugs

Sony pushed a PS5 system replace on Friday that Sq. Enix says is a response to Closing Fantasy XVI bugs created by the console’s last firmware update. The writer addressed the replace on X (Twitter). “In response to the crashes and graphical bugs that had been occurring on the PlayStation5 model of Closing Fantasy XVI, [Sony Interactive Entertainment] have launched a brand new system replace,” the account posted. “Please strive downloading and putting in this replace.”

Earlier than right now’s alleged repair, customers reported that final week’s PS5 system replace (24.06-10.00.00) triggered Closing Fantasy XVI crashes whereas loading saves or fast-traveling. It may additionally add annoying black squares obstructing the in-game digital camera.

Sony has stored issues obscure, solely describing the replace with the alleged repair (24.06-10.01.00) as bettering “system software program efficiency and stability.” Earlier this week, IGN reported related bugs in Star Wars Outlaws, Loss of life Stranding and No Man’s Sky. It isn’t but clear if the replace fixes these video games’ glitches.

Customers on Reddit claimed right now’s replace has mounted the issues with Closing Fantasy XVI. “Performed for an hour put up replace with no points,” u/AdSweaty411 wrote. “Yup no points up to now,” Redditor u/Icy-Confection-312 added. (We’ll replace this story if any further bug studies come up.)

You’ll be able to replace your PS5 by heading to Settings > System, then System Software program > System Software program Replace and Settings. After the replace seems, select Replace System Software program. Should you don’t see the obtainable replace (and haven’t already put in it), restart your console and check out once more.