How to fix PlayStation 4 overheating issues
Overheating isn’t just a hassle; it damages your PlayStation 4. Prolonged heat at high temperatures can ruin your circuit boards. Console overheating is often an external cause, so don’t beat yourself up. From a system overload to a routine cleaning job, I’m here to help walk you through your overheating problems!
Products used in this guide
Cooling in style: Kootek Vertical Stand for PlayStation 4 and Slim ($18 at Amazon)
Must have: Dust-Off Falcon Compressed Air – 3 Pack ($23 at Amazon)
Safe cleaning: MR.SIGA Microfiber Cleaning Cloth – 6 Pack ($11 at Amazon)
Room temperature and random flukes
Sometimes, a console overheating is just a one-time fluke. Before you think your console is broken forever, make sure you try these steps first.
Turn off your PlayStation 4.
Let the console cool down to a normal temperature.
Turn your console back on.
While the PlayStation 4 is designed to run for some time, it’s best to give it some time to breathe, in a sense, especially in betwee…