FIFA 22 Is Freezing/Crashing On PS5 | Fixed by Experts

FIFA 22 is one of the most popular and enjoyable PS5 games on the market and millions of PS5 users consider it one of their top favorite games. But what breaks their enjoyment is when the FIFA 22 game freezes/crashes when you want to play it. The crashing/freezing issue mostly happens in the Career Mode, but it can also occur during the gameplay or even when you initialize the game.

Although EA has already suggested a few effective solutions to fix the FIFA 22 crashing on PS5 in their discussion forum based on user experiences, we feel it’s a good idea to gather and arrange these suggested solutions in one article to make it easier for players to find the solution that fits their case.

Why Does FIFA 22 Crash/Freeze On PS5?

There are varied reasons why the FIFA 22 game would freeze/crash on the PS5, the most common ones are:

• The game was not properly installed due to a corrupted installation file. The installation file might get corrupted if the game disc is dirty/scratched or the file is not downloaded correctly from the internet because of a connection issue.
• File conflicts with other game/app or the PS5 core system files.
• Unstable Internet connection
• The system or game cache is overloaded and must be cleared.
• The PS5 internal system storage is full or nearly full.
• There’s a sort of data corruption/damage in the PS5 system software.
• PS5 undergoes overheating issues.
• Playing PS4 FIFA 22 from an external hard drive on PS5.

There might be other uncommon reasons for the issue, but we just thought to give you an overview of what might be causing FIFA 22 to crash/freeze on the PS5.

How to Fix FIFA 22 Crashing/Freezing On PS5?

So, here are the suggested solutions based on user experience to fix the FIFA 22 crashing/freezing issue.

1. Power Cycle the PS5 & clear the Game Cache

The very first step you have in order to fix any electrical device’s issue is to power cycle it. Follow the steps below that illustrates how to power cycle the PS5 and clear the FIFA 22 game cache:

1. Turn off the PS5 completely and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Wait around 3 minutes before plugging the PS5 back into the power outlet.
3. Turn on the PS5 and wait until the operating system finishes loading.
4. Now, launch FIFA 22, and once you see the loading screen, press L1 and R1 simultaneously which will clear the game cache.

Afterward, if the FIFA 22 loads normally, play it and see if this has resolved the freezing/crashing issue or not. If not, go to the following method.

2. Update the PS5 System and the Game

If there’s any update available for PS5 system software or the FIFA 22 game, it’s strongly recommended that you apply it before proceeding with fixing this issue. That’s because many update patches come with fixes and improvements that might already resolve your issue without complication.

3. Rebuild the PS5 Database

Rebuilding the PS5 database proved to resolve numerous PS5 system performance issues, including loading and running apps/games. Some users reported that as a resolution for the FIFA 22 crashing/freezing issue. You can try it if the first method hasn’t worked for you.

In order to rebuild the PS5 database, follow the steps below:

1. Press the power button of your PS5 in order to turn it off. Note that the power indicator will blink for a few moments before it turns off completely as an indication of system turnoff.
2. Once the system is off, press and hold the power button again.
3. Release it after you hear the second beep
4. One beep will sound when you first press, and another seven seconds later
5. Connect the controller with the USB cable
6. Press the PlayStation button on the controller
7. Select Rebuild Database option from the list.
8. Follow the instructions until the process is complete and restart your PS5.

Now, launch FIFA 22 and see if this has fixed the problem or not.

4. Free Up Space on PS5 System Storage

The PS5 internal system storage may have performance issues if it is more than 90% filled. It’s advised that you keep at least 10% of the usable space free in order to maintain the peak performance of the system. In order to do that, you have to delete apps/games that you rarely use or are less important, or just get an internal storage expansion for PS5.

To learn how to delete apps/games on PS5, see method #6.

5. Check the Stability of Internet Connection

An unstable internet connection can cause some troubles to the PS5 system and cause apps/games to freeze at one point or another. That is why it’s wise to check the stability of your internet connection. Try power cycling your router and use a LAN connection instead of WiFi and see if that works for you or not.

6. Delete and Reinstall FIFA 22

One of the good methods to fix the FIFA 22 crashing/freezing issue on PS5 is to delete and reinstall the game. It’s strongly recommended that you re-download the installation file and use a LAN cable instead of WiFi for this purpose. This lessens the possibility of connection instability and interruption, so you can make sure that the file downloaded is intact and genuine.

In order to delete FIFA 22 from PS5 to reinstall it later:

1. Go to Settings > Storage > Games and Apps.
2. Select Delete Content and pick FIFA 22.
3. Select Delete.

After the game deletion is completed, we recommend that you restart your PS5 before reinstalling it.

6. Avoid PS5 Overheating

Overheating is one of the most common reasons for system crashes, not only on PS5. If you’r PS5 is placed on a hot area or it has accumulated lots of dust inside, it’s probably overheating.

In order to resolve that, clean the inside of the PS5 and place your console in a well vented cool environment.

7. Factory-Reset the PS5

When everything fails, factory resetting the PS5 is the last resort. You better try first with the soft factory reset (option #6 in safe mode) then see if it works. If not, there’s no other option but to try the hard reset which will wipe all your data on the PS5 and reinstall a fresh copy of the PS5 system software.

For more information on how to factory reset the PS5, please visit this official page.

Conclusion

We hope this article has provided you with an effective fix for the FIFA 22 crashing/freezing on the PS5. If you have any other solution that has worked for you and not listed here, please do us a favor and comment below with an illustration of that solution.

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FIFA 22 Freezing/Crashing On PS5 FAQ

Why Does FIFA 22 Crash On PS5?

There are several reasons for FIFA 22 crashing on PS5 including a corrupted PS5 database or system files, corrupted FIFA 22 installation file, and a full PS5 system storage.

Should I Factory Reset the PS5 to Fix FIFA 22 Freezing Issue?

It's not always necessary to factory reset the PS5 in the pursuit to resolve the freezing issue of FIFA 22 on PS5. You have to try different solutions first, and if they don't work, factory-reset is the last resort.

Should I power cycle the PS5 or restarting is sufficient?

Restarting won't do the same effects a power cycle does. That is why we recommend the latter in order to fix FIFA 22 crashing/freezing issue on PS5.