Restarting your PS5 is essential for resolving minor issues or preparing for updates. Follow these proven methods.
Method 1: Standard PS5 Restart
- From the Home Screen, highlight any game or app icon.
- Press the PS button on your controller to open the Control Center.
- Navigate to the Power icon.
- Select Restart PS5.
- Confirm by selecting Restart again.
Method 2: Using the Physical Power Button (Safe Restart)
- Ensure the PS5 is powered on (white light on the console).
- Locate the physical power button on the front lower left side of the PS5.
- Press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds.
- Listen for a second beep and observe the power light blinking, then turning off.
- After the console completely powers down, press the same power button once to start it normally.
Method 3: Boot into Safe Mode for Advanced Restart
- Completely turn off the PS5. Press the physical power button until you hear one beep, then release.
- After the power indicator turns off, press and hold the physical power button again.
- Continue holding until you hear a second beep (approx. 7 seconds).
- Connect your controller via the included USB cable.
- Press the PS button on the controller.
- From the Safe Mode menu, select Restart PS5.
Troubleshooting Tips
If the PS5 won't restart normally, use Method 2. Persistent startup issues require clearing cache via Safe Mode (Method 3) or performing a factory reset.
