Persona 5 is a popular role-playing game that has been enjoyed by many players around the world. However, some users have reported problems installing the game. If you are experiencing this issue, there are a few things you can try to fix it.
Basic troubleshooting
Before you try any of the more advanced solutions, try the following basic troubleshooting methods:
- Ensure that you have an internet connection strong enough to initiate the download and complete the installation.
- Unplug any peripherals connected to your PC and that may interfere with the download and installation.
- Run Steam or Microsoft Xbox app as an administrator.
- Ensure that your computer’s date and time are correct.
- Make sure enough storage space is available on your PC
Proven solutions
If the problem persists, implement the following critical proven fixes:
Allow Game Client Through Firewall
Windows Defender firewall intends to protect your PC from any malware attack. However, it may also fail to allow a reliable application like your game client through. We advise that you add your game client application to allow it through the firewall; then, you can proceed to install Person 5 on your PC via your game client. Follow the steps below:
- Open Windows Defender Firewall on your PC.
- From the left panel, click Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
- Click on the Change settings tab to enable changing settings.
- Click Allow another app, then follow the on-screen instruction to add your game client to the list.
Change the Download Region
If there are server-related issues in your region, you are bound to experience download and installation problems. To prevent this issue, we recommend that you change the download region. If you are trying to install Person 5 on Steam, follow the steps below:
- Open Steam and click on Steam from the top menu.
- From the options menu, click Settings.
- Select Downloads from the left pane.
- Under the Download Region section, choose a different region from the list, then click OK to save changes.
Clear Download Cache
The Persona 5 won’t install problem may be a result of the compromised state of the download storage of your game client. To resolve this problem, we advise that you clear the download cache. Follow the steps below to do this on Steam. It is worth noting that all the mods for your games will also be deleted after the completion of the process. You can move the mods to a separate folder before you proceed with clearing the download cache.
- From the Steam menu on the top-right corner of the page, navigate to Settings.
- Click on the Downloads option.
- Click CLEAR DOWNLOAD CACHE and click OK to confirm the action.
Reset Gaming Services App
For Xbox app users, you can reset the Gaming Services app on your Windows PC. Follow the steps below:
- Right-click on the Start menu, then click on Apps and Features.
- Find Gaming Services from the list, then click on it.
- Click on Advanced options.
- Scroll down and click on Terminate, then Reset.
Repair or Reset Xbox App
Also, for Xbox app users, you can try to repair your Xbox app and install the Persona 5 game afterward. If the problem persists, then reset the app. Follow the steps below:
- Navigate to Settings>Apps>Apps and Features on your Windows PC.
- From the list, click on the three dots option next to the Xbox app.
- Click on the Advanced option.
- In the Reset section, click on Repair.
- If the problem persists, tap on Reset.
We hope that one of the aforementioned fixes works for you.
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