FIX: Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash Lagging In Multiplayer on PS4

If you’re experiencing lag while playing Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash on your PS4, you’re not alone. Many gamers encounter this frustrating issue that can interfere with the gaming experience. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to try and fix the lag. Whether it’s checking for server issues, making sure your console has a stable connection, or keeping your system updated, there are solutions to consider. In this article, we’ll walk through various tips and tricks to help you enjoy smooth gameplay on your PS4.

Solution 1: Check if the PSN/Game Servers are Down?

The first thing you need to do is check your PSN server status as the PlayStation 4 locking up might be due to some undergoing maintenance.

So, all you can do is confirm that this problem exists.

How do I check my PSN status?

Here’s how you can check PSN status:

Go to the PlayStation Network Service Status page.
Check the service status and if there’s any issue all you have to do is wait

You can check Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash server status by visiting their official website or Twitter.

Solution 2: Restart PS4

Whenever you encounter locking up on Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash or even if it’s a game bug/glitch, you should try restarting your PS4.

WHY?

Restarting the console will eliminate any temporary errors/glitches occurring due to the old/corrupted cache

So, here is how you can restart your PlayStation 4:

Press and Hold down PlayStation (PS) button on your controller
From the menu shown, Select the Power option
From the screen that will appear on the power icon, select the last option “Restart PS4”
While your PS4 restarts, don’t unplug any cord to avoid any hardware failure

Solution 3: Connect to a Hotspot/Different Wi-Fi on PS4

Most of the network errors are due to your connected network. Either it’s too slow or their some connection issues with your network. To see if your network is not faulty, try switching to a different Wi-Fi or your mobile’s hotspot

Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
Scroll down to Network and click on it to access Network Settings
Then select Set Up Internet Connection
Choose Use Wi-Fi
Select Easy for the setup method
You can see the hotspot I turned on as well.
In case you don’t find your Wi-Fi network, press the triangle button on your controller to scan networks
Scroll down to your desired Wi-Fi, click on it and enter your password to connect, and see if you are facing any errors

Solution 4: Use an Ethernet Cable

If you are experiencing unstable internet on your PS4 and your Wi-Fi has a good enough speed, then maybe some receiving or glitches could be causing an unstable connection.

Alternatively, PS4 comes with an ethernet port that would let you experience an uninterrupted connection.

Here’s how to do it:

Step A. Connecting Ethernet Cable to PlayStation 4

At the rear of your PlayStation 4 where you have put your power cable and HDMI cable, you’d find an Ethernet port where you need to insert an ethernet cable from your router.

Make sure you have inserted in the output port of your router, your network is active and the cable works fine.

Step B. Setting Up LAN on PlayStation 4

Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
Scroll down to Network and click on it to access Network Settings
Then select Set Up Internet Connection
Choose Use a LAN Cable
Select Easy as the connection method.
The PS4 will automatically detect your LAN connection and set it up. If your connection requires a proxy server, select Custom instead of Easy and enter the necessary settings.
Follow the prompts to complete the setup process.

Solution 5: Enable Automatic Game Updates on PlayStation 4

It’s possible that you might have missed the new update notification of Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash and an older version of the game can be causing these issues.

To avoid such situations and besides updating each game manually, we can set PS4 to update games automatically.

Usually, they are set to automatic updates by default to avoid coop not working.

Here are 8 steps you can follow to allow automatic game updates on PS4:

Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
In the Settings menu, scroll down and select “System.”
Scroll down to “Automatic Downloads” and select it.
Toggle on the options for “Application Update Files”
You can also choose to enable automatic download of “Featured Content,” which includes game demos and trailers.

We are halfway through, and we have enabled PS4 automatic updates but it is best that your PS4 can download updates even if it is in rest mode. For that

Go back to the main Settings menu that you opened from the gear icon.
Scroll down and select Power Save Settings
Now choose Set Features Availabe in Rest Mode
Check box Stay Connected to the Internet

Now, your PlayStation 4 will be able to download updates over your internet whenever they are available. Even if your PlayStation 4 is in rest mode, your Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash will remain up-to-date.

Solution 6: How to Change Your DNS Settings On PS4?

There are some faulty DNS servers that may cause WiFi issues.

So, let’s change the DNS Settings:

Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
Scroll down to Network and click on it to access Network Settings
Then select Set Up Internet Connection
Choose Wi-Fi or LAN Cable, depending on how you connect to the internet
Select Custom for the setup method
After choosing your WiFi select Automatic for IP Address and Do not Specify for DHCP settings.
Select Manual for DNS settings
More Settings would appear:
- For Primary settings enter 8.8.8.8
- For Secondary 8.8.4.4 to match the Google DNS
Then select Next > Automatic for MTU Settings
Choose Do Not Use for Proxy Server
After your DNS settings have been updated you can test your internet connection to check if the error is gone.

Solution 7: Delete Corrupted Downloads on PS4

When you delete a corrupted download on a PS4, the console will remove the incomplete or corrupted data from its storage system fixing hanging.

Just follow the steps below:

Go to your Notifications on the PS4 home screen
Press Options on the controller.
Then select Downloads.
Highlight the corrupted file (it will be grayed out),
Press Options again.
Then select Delete.

Solution 8: Contact PlayStation 4 Support

If none of the above solutions work for you then there might be a chance that your PS4 has issues.

You can visit the PlayStation Official Website to get it repaired and choose the relevant issue which in your case would be hanging.

Make sure you tell all the solutions you have applied to your console and let them know the issue you are facing is due to Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash. This will help the support agent to identify the main reason for this error. They should reply to you ideally within 24 hours and if you don’t get any reply within 2-3 days, then you might need to make another support ticket.

In conclusion, dealing with lag in Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash on your PS4 can be a nuisance, but it’s often possible to resolve the issue with a few adjustments. By following the steps outlined in this article—such as optimizing your network connection and keeping your system updated—you can work towards a lag-free gaming experience. If all else fails, remember that the PS4 support team is there to help. With these solutions at your disposal, you can get back to enjoying your game without the frustration of persistent lag.