New PS5 System Update Is Reportedly Causing Graphical Issues In Final Fantasy 16 And More [Video]

The PlayStation 5’s latest firmware update, 24.06-10.00.00, introduced several new features, but may have introduced some unintended side effects as well. Users are reporting graphical issues in various titles after the update, with Square Enix confirming the update is affecting Final Fantasy 16 on Sony’s console.

Players on Reddit have reported cases of Final Fantasy 16 crashing when loading a save or fast-traveling post-update, as well as the screen occasionally disappearing in a swarm of black squares. In a post on the official Final Fantasy 16 X account, Square Enix confirmed the reports and said it is currently working with Sony to investigate the issues.

“Following the recent release of the PlayStation 5 system update, there have been reports of the game crashing and graphical issues,” Square Enix said. “We are currently working with Sony Interactive Entertainment to …