How to Fix Fallout 4 Not Launching on PS5

When Fallout 4 won’t start on PS5, it either crashes right away or gets stuck loading. This often happens because the new update doesn’t work well with some extra content, like the Automatron and Wasteland Workshop add-ons. They can cause problems after the update, making the game crash or fail to start.Other reasons might include damaged game files, installation problems, or bugs from the new update.

1. Restart Your PlayStation

Restarting your PlayStation can often fix Fallout 4 not starting. This clears temporary data and resets the system, fixing small issues that might cause the game to crash or freeze.

1. Press the PlayStation button on your controller to pull up the Control Center.

   

2. Here, you’ll see the option to enter rest mode, restart, or power off your console.

   

3. Use the analog sticks to highlight “Turn Off PS5,” and press X.
4. Your PlayStation will power off. Now, turn the console back on using the button on the console itself.
5. Alternatively, you can also use the “Restart PS5” option within the Control Center to automatically reboot your console.

2. Remove Selected DLCs

By uninstalling certain DLCs, like Automatron or Wasteland Workshop, you remove the content that can cause problems with the latest updates. These DLCs often aren’t fully updated for the next-gen upgrade, which can lead to crashes. Removing them helps the main game run smoothly without the issues caused by the incompatible add-ons.

The DLCs causing the issue are Wastelander Workshop and Automatron expansions, which thankfully can be removed even after the game has been installed. To do this,

1. Hover over the Fallout 4 icon and head to the Options menu.
2. Select “Manage Game Content.“
3. Choose Wastelander Workshop and Automatron from the list and remove them.
4. Restart the game.

3. Clean Your Game Disk

A dirty or scratched game disk can prevent your console from reading game data properly. Cleaning the disk removes dust or smudges that cause problems, helping the PS5 read the game data smoothly and potentially fixing the issue.

If this happens, the system won’t be able to verify ownership of your game and may fail to boot. To isolate this issue and confirm if the disc drive is at fault, try inserting other game discs to see if they pass the “license check.” If they don’t, your disc drive or the game disc might be the issue.

4. Reinstall the Game

Reinstalling clears any bad or conflicting files causing launch issues. It removes corrupted data from DLCs or updates. Reinstalling gives you clean game files, reducing the chance of the problem happening again. It’s like hitting a reset button, providing a fresh start for the game.

1. From the home screen, choose the Settings gear icon in the top right-hand corner.

   

2. Select Storage > Games and Apps.

   

3. Choose the game you wish to uninstall, and select “Delete.”

   

Once the game is uninstalled, go to the PlayStation Store and download Fallout 4 again, this time without the Wastelander Workshop and Automatron expansions.

5. Reset Your PlayStation

If other solutions haven’t worked, you can try a full reset of your PlayStation. This clears any system issues stopping the game from running. Resetting removes corrupted data, refreshes the system, and can fix hidden problems affecting game launches.

Before proceeding, make sure to update your system software if there’s a pending update. This might resolve the issue, but if not, proceed with the reset. Here’s how to reset your PlayStation 5:

1. From the home screen, choose the Settings gear icon in the top right-hand corner.

   

2. Select System > System Software > Reset Options.

   

3. Choose Reset Your Console.

   

4. Select Reset.

   

5. Wait a few minutes; your PS5 will automatically reset and boot into the setup screen.
6. Set up your console, and download Fallout 4 again (without the mentioned DLCs).