Hot PS5s Cause Havoc At Sony’s EVO Japan Grand Final

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During high-stress situations like the Guilty Gear Strive final at EVO Japan last weekend, PlayStation 5 consoles might experience problems, with one reportedly failing under pressure during the event.

In a remarkable turnaround, RedDitto, our U.S. contender, battled his way up from the elimination round in this tournament and reached the championship game. However, his hopes of victory crumbled when troubles cropped up during the decisive title match.

Despite potential issues related to controllers and adapters, numerous reports suggest that extended usage of the PS5 systems at the event caused them to malfunction. Adding to the problem was the elevated temperature inside the venue, creating an ideal set of conditions for these malfunctions. In simpler terms, the PS5s seemed to overheat after prolonged use, and the hot environment made things worse.

Man, I’ve got to admit, that unexpected glitch in the game really took the fun out of my match against Daru_I-No, especially since it was such an anticipated clash with my Korean opponent. It disrupted the flow so much that we had to pause the game for quite some time while they sorted things out. By the time we resumed, I’d already lost a few sets, and the momentum had already shifted.

In the official video, a user has flagged the 7:37 minute mark as the point where the PS5 appears to overheat, causing another pause in the game. Viewers have expressed their displeasure, and some fighting game enthusiasts claim that similar incidents occurred at the same event. On social media, RedDitto humorously mentioned that his adapter was “melted” by the PS5.

The response has been somewhat varied within the fighting game community, with many offering suggestions that the units used in the event should be changed regularly (every few hours), and emphasizing the need for immediate action since this issue is occurring frequently. They’ve referred to it as “becoming quite common.

Comments suggest that tournaments should not run PlayStation 5 units with their less-than-optimal cooling system for extended periods exceeding 10 hours without anticipating issues, and it’s high time that terms of service address this growing problem.

In 2024, renowned Street Fighter 6 player ‘Punk’, who clinched the EVO Championship title, faced troubles during EVO Japan over the weekend due to a suspected PlayStation 5 malfunction. This gifted individual also expressed dissatisfaction about certain PS5s overheating affecting the results of matches.

It’s not ideal for Sony, who currently owns EVO, to encounter issues like this during its own event or at a crucial juncture. After all, these players have dedicated their lives to turning gaming into a profession, so it’s disheartening to see technical problems arise in such a competitive setting.

What are your thoughts on this matter? How can Sony and EVO address or prevent issues like overheating in the future? Have you experienced any heating problems with your PlayStation 5 after playing for an extended period of time? Does your system tend to get hot frequently as per your experience?

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2025-05-13 06:43