Quick Fixes To 3 Common PS5 Problems

    I think it's safe to say that most of us have heard about the launch problems some of the PlayStation 5 consoles have had. Although it may seems like a lot of consoles are affected, I would venture to say that it's actually a minority that have had real issues not due to user error. It's just that the problems get amplified. the squeaky wheel gets the grease after all, right?

   That being said there are legitimate concerns from owners that need to be addressed. I'm sure that future updates to the system will fix many, if not all of the problems.

   That brings us back to the original intent of this article, what can you do in the meantime to fix problems right now? Believe it or not there are fixes that address some of these issues. I'll list three below that have been confirmed to work. They may not work for everyone because if your issue is similar to the problems discussed, but not EXACTLY the same, well then YMMV.

OK, so lets take a look out our first culprit of the bunch, the dreaded download queue wait that some people have gotten stuck in.

1. Download Queue - While people were hoping that the latest firmware update from Sony would have fixed this very annoying PS5 bug, it unfortunately did not happen. But the official AskPlayStation twitter gave a workaround that works:

"If you’ve experienced issues downloading games with “Queued for Download” or “View Details” messages on PS5, please update the system software to the latest version, start your PS5 in safe mode then rebuild the database. See "PS5:safe mode options".

2. Rattling / Noises - If  you have experienced this you know how distracting it can be. Sometimes it can be normal noises coming from the unit, other times it might be something to be concerned about (see Coil Whine). But some users have found a simple fix that might work: It seems like on some consoles the white outer panel can come loose. If you squeeze around the edges of the console where the panel is meant to come off at, that sometimes fixes some or all of the rattling noises you hear.

3. Rest Mode - Some users have experienced their PlayStation 5 console automatically going into "rest mode". Even after selecting for it NOT to do that in the settings menu. Well there is a simple fix fot that as well: Try turning off hdmi device link: Settings - System - hdmi

   That's it! If you have anymore tips an/or tricks that have worked or if any of these fixes worked for you please leave us a comment below.

   And please don't forget to visit our story about how to secure yourself a PlayStation at some "Alt" stores!

Score A PlayStation 5 At These Other (not so obvious) Retailers

   If you are looking for a PS5 right now, odds are you are not happy. The PlayStation 5 launch has been extremely frustrating for the majority of people trying to buy one. The bots have been ruining Christmas way more than the Grinch ever did.

   You've tried Walmart (curse that cart), PlayStation Direct (are you still in line?), Best Buy (order cancelled), and Target (can you walk in? Can you not?). All of the popular options have been nearly impossible for anyone (without a bot) to buy a console. So we the Undergound decided to list some, lets just say, not so obvious retailers that have console bundles up for sale.

   First note from above is "bundle". You will have to pony up a little more than the initial cost of just getting one DualSense controller and a PS5 console. But in most cases, it's not that bad price wise. 

   Second note is that all these links are from legit vetted retailers. So don't be afraid to order from them.

   Third note, check sporadically throughout the day. Hit refresh on your browser. These will pop up as in stock randomly on not many people are paying attention to them as compared to the known big stores.

Adorama - Includes Console (disc) with controller, extra DualSense controller, and Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales

FingerHut - PlayStation 5 Console Bundle with Extra DualSense Wireless Controller

Kohl's -  PlayStation 5 Console Bundle, Extra DualSense Controller, Spider-Man Ultimate Editio

Antonline -  PlayStation 5 Console + Extra DualSense Wireless Controllers + Marvels Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition + Demon's Souls + The Last of Us Part II Standard Edition + Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Standard Edition

Curacao -  Console + HD Camera + Wireless Gaming Headset + Wireless Controller + Charging Station + 4 Games + Arozzi Gaming Chair