All possible fixes of Monster Hunter Wilds crashing on PlayStation 5

If you are dealing with Monster Hunter Wilds crashing on your PS5, you are definitely not alone. A lot of people are facing the same issue, whether it’s during the intro cutscenes, character customization, or just a few minutes into the game.

The crashes can be pretty random, but don’t worry, there are a few fixes that might help you get back into the action.

All possible fixes of Monster Hunter Wilds crashing on PlayStation 5

Here are all the possible fixes you can try to stop the crashes and get the game working:

Delete save data and reinstall

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A few players have found that deleting save data and reinstalling the game can help. It’s a bit of a pain, but it might clear up any corrupted files that are causing crashes. To do this:

• Go to Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings.
• Select Monster Hunter Wilds and delete any saved data.
• Then, uninstall the game and reinstall it from scratch.

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Factory reset your PS5

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If a reinstall doesn’t do the trick, you can try a full factory reset of your PS5. This is a more extreme measure, but there is a chance that it might help. Just keep in mind that it will erase all your data, so make sure you back up anything important first. To do a factory reset:

• Go to Settings > System > System Software > Reset Options > Restore Default Settings.

Don’t use internet

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You can even try playing offline, which helps with crashes. You can try disconnecting from the internet entirely and then launching the game. It might bypass some of the network-related issues that are causing the game to crash.

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Clear your PS5’s cache

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Sometimes, clearing the cache can solve all kinds of weird issues. To do this:

• First, turn off your PS5 completely.
• Once it’s off, hold the power button for about seven seconds until you hear a second beep. This starts the PS5 in Safe Mode.
• Select the Clear Cache and Rebuild Database option.

Check for overheating

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While overheating usually causes the PS5 to shut down and show an error message, it is worth checking your console’s temperature. Make sure your PS5 is in a well-ventilated space and that nothing is blocking the fans.

Use different user profile

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It is possible that your PS5 user profile is somehow corrupted. You can create a new user profile and try running the game from there.

Lower graphics settings

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While MH Wilds is a pretty demanding game, playing around with the graphics settings might help reduce crashes.

You can try lowering the settings or turning off certain features like ray tracing or HDR (if possible) to see if that makes a difference.

You can also check out our guide for the best graphics settings in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Contact support

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If you’ve tried all of these fixes and it still crashes, you might want to reach out to Capcom support. They’re aware of the issue, and they might have more specific troubleshooting steps or updates that aren’t widely known yet.

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