Sony recently released a fix for a firmware update that caused intense graphical glitches in games like Final Fantasy 16. Square Enix confirmed on the official Final Fantasy 16 X account that there is now a small update for PlayStation 5 players to install.
According to a tweet from Square Enix, the update addresses crashes and graphical bugs on the PlayStation 5 version of Final Fantasy 16. The post mentioned that they will continue to investigate along with Sony Interactive Entertainment.
[Notice] PlayStation®5 version of FF16
In response to the crashes and graphical bugs that were occurring on the PlayStation®5 version of FINAL FANTASY XVI, SIE have released a new system update. Please try downloading and installing this update.
— FINAL FANTASY XVI (@finalfantasyxvi) September 20, 2024
Sony released system update 24.06-10.01.00 without commenting further on the situation. In the patch notes, they simply stated, “We’ve improved system software performance and stability.”
While players reported issues with other games like Death Stranding: Director’s Cut and No Man’s Sky, Square Enix was the only studio to publically mention them in response to this specific update. They stated that they are working with Sony to investigate the reported crashes and graphical issues.
The issues began with the previous week’s PS5 system update 24.06-10.00.00, which introduced new features such as the Welcome Hub and personalized 3D audio profiles. One player shared their experience of glitches in Final Fantasy 16, prompting others on the game’s subreddit to discuss and coordinate actions.
