How to Fix GTA 6 Crashing on PS5 with Cache and DNS Settings

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GTA 6 players on PS5 are encountering crashing issues, prompting several troubleshooting guides from the community. Recently, creator FixPS5 released a video detailing a specific sequence of steps to resolve these stability problems on the console. The solution involves a combination of basic maintenance, system cache clearing, and advanced network configuration. This guide summarizes the methods provided by FixPS5 to help stabilize the game.

Basic Maintenance and Reinstallation

The initial steps focus on ensuring the game and console are up to date and that the installation is not corrupted. FixPS5 recommends starting with the most fundamental checks:

• Fully close the game by highlighting it on the home screen, pressing the Options button, and selecting Close Game.
• Restart the PS5.
• Highlight GTA 6, press Options, and select Check for Update.
• Navigate to Settings, System, System Software, and check for any available console updates.
• Verify that there is sufficient free storage space on the console.

If crashes persist after these steps, the next recommendation is to perform a full reinstallation of GTA 6.

Clearing System Cache via Safe Mode

If the game continues to crash, FixPS5 advises accessing the Safe Mode to clear the system cache. This process requires a specific sequence of actions to enter the mode:

1. Turn off the PS5 completely.
2. Hold the power button until you hear the second beep.
3. Connect your controller using a USB cable.
4. Select Clear Cache and Rebuild Database followed by Clear System Software Cache.
5. Restart the console and test the game.

Advanced DNS and Settings Configuration

For users who have not seen results from the above steps, FixPS5 outlines a more technical approach involving parental controls, performance modes, and network settings. In the transcript, the creator describes the following specific configurations:

Parental Controls and Performance Mode

• Select Family and Parental Controls.
• Navigate to PS5 Console Restrictions.
• Add a default password (the creator suggests 0000).
• Disable the PS5 Console Restrictions option.
• Go to Saved Data and Game/App Settings.
• From Game Presets, select Performance Mode.

Network and Automatic Updates

• Enable Auto Download and Auto Install for updates in Rest Mode.
• Open Network Settings and select your connection.
• Enter Advanced Settings for your internet connection.
• Select DNS Settings and choose Manual.
• Set the Primary DNS to 8.8.8.8 and the Secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4.
• Complete the reconnection process.

Restoring Licenses and Power Settings

After adjusting the network settings, the guide instructs users to address licensing and power saving features:

• Close all other games and apps.
• Go to Users and Accounts, then select Other.
• Choose Restore Licenses and select all games and apps.
• Navigate to Settings, System, Power Saving Options.
• Select Features Available in Rest Mode.
• Set Always Supply Power to USB Ports.
• Enable the two USB power options.
• Navigate to the HDMI settings and enable all four listed options one by one.

Finally, the guide instructs users to update the system software using the internet, restart the PS5, and launch GTA 6 again.

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