How to Fix PS5 Error Code WS-116521-6

In our world of advanced gaming technology, it’s to be expected that sometimes … it’ll fail us. The PS5 is a testament to the sheer advancement we’ve made in an effort to be entertained. But that doesn’t make it infallible. If you’re currently experiencing connectivity issues on PS5, especially if it’s giving you a specific error code WS-116521-6, you most certainly aren’t alone. Here are some tips to solving this problem.

How to Fix PS5 Error Code WS-116521-6

It should be noted that in a large percentage of cases where error code WS-116521-6 is given, it’s not the user’s fault. In fact, it’d seem that the majority of times, the issue is related to server maintenance. So, there’s a good chance that it’ll automatically resolve itself once the maintenance is complete.

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There are, however, some instances where this error code is delivered and it has nothing to do with server maintenance. If this is happening to you, the best advice we can offer is to perform a hard restart on your router (unplug, wait five minutes, plug it back in). You might also want to check the internet settings on the PS5 itself, in addition to testing the connection. If none of these fixes helps your situation, you might want to reach out to your internet service provider. They might be able to enlighten you as to a situation interrupting your PS5’s connection.

As stated above, there’s a significant chance that the server is simply undergoing maintenance, so please exercise patience. If you try to connect later, you may have more success!

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