Your PS5 console may sometimes fail to download new games. When this issue occurs, error code CE-106667-6 may suddenly pop on the screen. Your console informs you that something went wrong and the download failed. But that’s pretty much it, no other details are available. Let’s discuss what you can do to fix this error.
How do I fix error CE-106667-6 on PS5?
The problem is that your PS5 console doesn’t say exactly what went wrong.
Retry the download
You can quickly fix PS5 error code CE-106667-6 by retrying the download. Go to the PlayStation store, select the game you want to install and hit the Download option again.
Restart your console and router
However, if the error persists, restart your console and router and try to download the problematic game again. Sometimes, you may need to restart your console a couple of times to get the job done.
If the error was trigger by unexpected network issues, restarting your router should fix it. Additionally, you can also switch to a cable connection which is more stable and faster than a wireless connection. You can switch back to Wi-Fi after downloading the game.
Update your PS5
If the error persists, and you’re running an outdated PS5 software version, check for updates. Install the latest updates available for your console, and try to download the problematic game again.
Boot into Safe Mode
Should the error persists, you can boot into Safe Mode. For step-by-step instructions, go to Sony’s support page. However, keep in mind that some Safe Mode options may result in the loss of data. Make sure to backup your data to Cloud Storage or an external USB drive just in case.
As you can see, although error code CE-106667-6 seems like a major issue, you can quickly get rid of it by retrying the download or restarting your console.
Which of these methods worked for you? Let me know in the comments below.