The PlayStation 5 has been the latest success story in the world of gaming consoles. Unfortunately, it is not without its issues and there have been reports of players encountering the dreaded error code WS-116520-5. This code can be confusing and frustrating for some players but it is important to note that most of the time this error can be fixed with a few simple steps.

The first step in solving this particular error code is to restart your PlayStation 5 and make sure that you are connected to the internet via a wired connection. This will help to ensure that the console is able to connect to the PlayStation Network properly and can receive the latest updates that help to keep the console running smoothly. Once you have restarted the console, the next step is to reconfigure the network settings. This will help to ensure that the console is able to connect to the network properly and that all of the settings are configured correctly.

Once you have taken these steps, it is important to note that some of the PS5 error codes can also be caused by issues within the PlayStation Network system itself. This means that it may be necessary to check the server status to see if there are any failures or maintenance being performed. If any of these issues are found, it is important that you wait for the maintenance to be completed before attempting to use the console again.

In some cases, the PS5 error code WS-116520-5 may be caused by issues stemming from the most recent system update. If this is the cause of the issue, it is important to make sure that the update is properly installed and that all of the necessary files have been downloaded correctly. In most cases, this will help to resolve the issue and the console will be able to be used again.

Unfortunately, there are some cases where the error code WS-116520-5 may be caused by something other than an issue with the PlayStation Network system. This includes things like corrupt files, missing files, or even hardware issues. In these cases, it is important to make sure that you check the server status and that you also check the console itself to see if it is having any hardware issues. If the console is having any hardware issues, it is important to contact a professional to have them take a look at the console and see what is causing the issue.

In some cases, the error code WS-116520-5 may also be caused by language settings or regional restrictions. If this is the case, it is important to make sure that all of the language settings are properly configured and that the region settings are set to the correct location. Once this is done, the console should be able to connect to the PlayStation Network properly and the issue should be resolved.

Finally, it is important to note that some of the PS5 error codes can also be caused by a third-party application or program. If this is the case, it is important to make sure that the program is up to date and that all of the necessary files are installed correctly. Once this is done, the console should be able to connect to the PlayStation Network properly and the issue should be resolved.