FF16 players on PS5 consoles are reporting widespread issues with the game following a recent system firmware update. Numerous players have taken to social media and Reddit to share their frustrations with crashes, visual glitches, and other technical problems that have rendered the game nearly unplayable for some.

The issues appear to have started after Sony released the firmware update version 24.06-10.00.00 for the PS5, approximately three days ago. Since then, the Final Fantasy 16 subreddit has been flooded with posts from players experiencing severe graphical artifacts, game freezes, and frequent crashes.

One user shared a video showing stark white horizontal lines flickering across the screen during gameplay. Others described seeing black voids, rainbow artifacts, and other visual anomalies. Many report that these glitches appear suddenly for a few seconds before disappearing, only to return again later.

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More concerning are the reports of complete system crashes, with some players saying their PS5 consoles shut down entirely while playing Final Fantasy 16. Upon restarting, many found the game would freeze or close itself repeatedly within 30 minutes of play.

Interestingly, the problems seem isolated to Final Fantasy 16, with few reports of similar issues in other PS5 titles. This has left many players puzzled, as firmware updates typically shouldn’t impact individual games to this degree.

Some users have attempted troubleshooting steps like clearing the system cache, rebuilding the PlayStation database, and reinstalling the game, but with limited success. A few report that these measures provided temporary relief, while others saw no improvement.

Square Enix and Sony have yet to officially acknowledge the problem or announce a fix. However, given Final Fantasy 16’s status as a major PS5 exclusive, it’s likely that both companies are working to resolve the issues quickly. Stay tuned to TechIssuesToday for further updates on the situation!

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Dwayne Cubbins
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For nearly a decade, I've been deciphering the complexities of the tech world, with a particular passion for helping users navigate the ever-changing tech landscape. From crafting in-depth guides that unlock your phone's hidden potential to uncovering and explaining the latest bugs and glitches, I make sure you get the most out of your devices. And yes, you might occasionally find me ranting about some truly frustrating tech mishaps.

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