Terraria Crashing on PS4 (SOLVED)

Terraria is an immensely popular game that offers players endless hours of exploration, building, and adventure. Unfortunately, some PlayStation 4 users have encountered the frustrating issue of the game crashing on their console. Crashes can occur for various reasons, from outdated firmware to corrupted save data. In this article, we will delve into the common causes of Terraria crashes on PS4 and provide a range of solutions to help you get back to enjoying the game seamlessly. So, read on to discover the troubleshooting steps that will help you overcome this obstacle and dive back into the world of Terraria.

Solution 1: Restart PS4

Whenever you encounter crashing on Terraria 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 2: Cleaning The Blu-Ray/DVD Disc

The next thing you need to do is make sure the disc is not dirty if you are still facing Error CE-34878-0 on PS4

For this you need to do is:

Eject the disc manually by pressing the Eject button on your console
OR you can press the Options button on your controller which is on the Home menu which will give you the option to Remove Disc.
Now check the disc carefully for any scratches or smudges underside.
Clean the disc using a clean, soft microfiber cloth.
Insert the Disc back into your console

Solution 3: Enable Automatic Game Updates on PS4

It’s possible that you might have missed the new update notification of Terraria 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 black screen.

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 Terraria will remain up-to-date.

Solution 4: Update Your PS4 Firmware

Sony releases new updates regularly to remain up-to-date with upcoming bugs and issues users face either while playing Terraria or some random bugs.

It’s highly recommended to have updated PlayStation 4 firmware. You can enable automatic updates and check for them manually as well.

There are 2 ways to update PS4 firmware:

Through USB
This way you would need to download the update over the internet into a USB which is an inconvenient way than PlayStation updating itself.
Through Internet
PlayStation searches for an update itself, downloads it, and installs it for you.

By default, automatic updates are enabled, and in case you are not sure, here’s how you can check if there’s a new update available:

NOTE: Make sure the PS4 is connected to the internet.

From the PlayStation 4 homepage, access Settings from the gear icon
Scroll down to System Software Update and select it
If an update is available, select Next and then Update to start the download and installation process.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.
If it’s updating don’t try to turn off your PlayStation 4.
And if there are no updates this means PS4 is already up-to-date

Your PS4 should be with its latest update by now, and you can try running Terraria to see if it’s still shutdown.

Solution 5: Restore Licenses

These licenses are used to access the content on your PlayStation account.

In case of damage to the licenses, the content may not work leading to crashing on PlayStation 4

So let’s Restore licenses PlayStation 4 in the coming steps:

Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
Select Account Management
Scroll down and select Restore Licenses
Select the Restore option and wait for the process to complete
Once the process is complete, restart your PlayStation 4

Solution 6: Rebuild PS4 Database

PS4 rebuild database organizes your hard drive to make it easier and quicker for the system to access your files.

This can help in faster data loading, reduce ‘game crashing’, and boost the frame rates which in return will help you fix Terraria

Turn off the PS4 completely by pressing and holding the power button on the front of the console until it beeps and turns off.
Press and hold the power button again until you hear a second beep, about seven seconds later. This will start the console in Safe Mode.
Connect your DualShock 4 controller to the PS4 using a USB cable and press the PS button on the controller
Use the controller to select the 5th option Rebuild Database and press the X button to confirm.
Wait for the process to complete. This may take some time, depending on the size of your hard drive and the amount of data on it.
Once the process is complete, the PS4 and Terraria shouldn’t have any issues playing.

Solution 7: Initialize PS4 in Safe Mode

By initializing your console all the system settings will be restored to default or you can say factory reset to solve your black screen

Make sure the external USB drive should be large enough to store your PS4 data and should be formatted to FAT

How do I start my PS4 in Safe Mode?

The following steps will guide you to back up your PS4 first and then initialize it in safe mode.

Connect your USB drive to your PS4
Go to Settings from the PS4 homepage
In the Settings menu, scroll down and select “System.”
Select Back Up and Restore
Then select Back Up PS4
Now select the data you want to backup and select Next
Assign a name to your backup and choose Back Up
Press the X button on your controller and your data will start backing up
Unplug your USB drive from the console after your data is fully backed up
Now go back to PS4 Settings and scroll down to choose Initialization
Select Initialize PS4
Choose Full initialization
Then follow on-screen instructions to complete the process
Remember DO NOT turn your PS4 OFF during initialization as this will bring some irrecoverable damages to your PS4

Most users suggest using Safe Mode while initialization which is more effective.

And here’s how you can enable it

Turn off the PlayStation 4 completely by pressing and holding the power button on the front of the console until it beeps and turns off.
Press and hold the power button again until you hear a second beep, about seven seconds later. This will start the console in Safe Mode.
Connect your DualShock 4 controller to the PS4 using a USB cable and press the PS button on the controller
Use the controller to select the 5th option Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software) and press the X button to confirm.
Wait for the process to complete. This may take some time, depending on the size of your hard drive and the amount of data on it.
Once the process is complete, the PS4 will restart and you can use it as normal

Solution 8: Delete Saved Game Data on PlayStation 4

Sometimes, your game’s saved data can have some issues, and deleting it can resolve the not loading.

PRECAUTIONS:

Before deleting the data, try running a new game and see if it works, then there’s a bug in your saved data.
If you are a PlayStation Plus member, backup your data or download it to a flash drive to restore it later and not lose your progress.
Saved data of PlayStation 4 games only can be uploaded to a flash drive.
Keep it as one of the final solutions before you erase the saved data of Terraria.

Once you are sure, here are the steps to delete PlayStation 4 Saved Game Data.

Go to Settings by pressing the X button on the gear icon in the top menu.
Now scroll down to Application Saved Data Management and open it by pressing the X button.
Then select on Saved Data in System Storage
Now scroll down to the Delete option
If you are a PlayStation Plus member, save your game data by uploading it from the first option.
Select your game and press the Delete button at the bottom of the right sidebar to delete saved data of Terraria.
Check if the game works and try restoring your game by using the Saved Data in Online Storage option visible in step 3.

A helpful and short video where we delete saved game data of a PlayStation 4 game.

Solution 9: Contact PlayStation 4 Support

If none of the above solutions work for you then there might be a chance that your PlayStation 4 has issues.

You can visit the PlayStation Official Website to get it repaired and choose the relevant issue which in your case would be not opening.

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 Terraria. 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.

Final thoughts

Terraria crashing on the PlayStation 4 can be a major setback in your gaming experience, but with the solutions provided in this article, you should be well-equipped to tackle the issue head-on. Whether it’s something as simple as cleaning the game disc or enabling automatic updates, or more advanced steps like restoring licenses or initializing the console in safe mode, these solutions cover a wide range of possibilities. If all else fails, don’t hesitate to contact PlayStation support for further assistance. Remember, persistence is key, and soon enough, you’ll be back to crafting, exploring, and battling your way through the vast world of Terraria without any crashes hindering your progress. Now go forth, brave adventurer, and conquer the challenges that lie ahead in this captivating game!