How to Force Quit PS5: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily force quit apps on your PS5 for seamless gaming experience.

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To force quit your PS5, press and hold the PS button on your controller to bring up the quick menu. From there, navigate to the game or application causing the issue. Press the Options button and select Close Application. If this doesn't work, press and hold the power button on your PS5 console until it beeps twice, forcing a shutdown. Restart the console after a brief pause to resume games or apps.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if my PS5 won't turn off? If your PS5 won't turn off, press and hold the power button for about 7 seconds until you hear a second beep, indicating a forced shutdown.
  2. How can I restart my PS5? To restart your PS5, press and hold the power button until it beeps twice, confirming that it is restarting.
  3. Can I force quit a game on PS5 without a controller? No, you need a controller to navigate the quick menu and force quit an application on PS5.
  4. What should I do if a game is frozen on my PS5? Try to force quit the game using the quick menu. If that fails, perform a force shutdown by holding down the power button on the console.