PS5 Firmware Update Causes Major Issues in Final Fantasy XVI and Other Games

Players report graphical glitches and crashes following the latest PS5 system update, prompting investigations by Square Enix and Sony.

The latest PS5 firmware update has introduced significant graphical glitches and crashes in Final Fantasy XVI.
Players have reported similar issues in other games, including Star Wars Outlaws and Jedi: Survivor.
Problems include screen-tearing, flickering lights, incorrect color filtering, and mysterious black squares engulfing the screen.
Square Enix and Sony are aware of the issues and are actively investigating the cause.
The firmware update, version v24.06-10.00.00, was intended to introduce new features but has instead disrupted game performance.