PS5 players are encountering Error 19002, with the message “A Network Error has occurred,” in Death Stranding 2, which seems to block online features and shared-world content. This error can stem from local connection issues or server instability. In this guide, we will share a few workarounds we recommend trying until the official patch arrives.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, the highly anticipated latest work from visionary game director Hideo Kojima, made its grand debut on PlayStation 5 on June 26, 2025. Players and critics quickly embraced it, leading it to become one of the highest-rated games of the year (June 2025). However, despite its critical success, some bugs and errors have slipped through the cracks, causing problems for a few PS5 players. Let’s dive into the workarounds for these issues.
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Death Stranding 2 Error 19002 “A Network Error Has Occurred”: Is There Any Fix Yet
Basic Checks
Before delving into more specific fixes, ensure your PS5 and network connection are in check. Start by fully restarting your PlayStation 5 console (not just Rest Mode) and your router/modem, as this can often clear temporary network issues. Verify that your PS5 has a stable and active internet connection with sufficient speed by running a connection test in your console’s network settings.
Restart Game
Many PS5 players have found that a simple restart of the game can clear this error. The easiest way to attempt this fix is to go into Death Stranding 2’s in-game settings, save your game, and then fully close the application from the PS5 home screen. Upon relaunching the game, check if the error persists. This often helps if the issue occurred due to being away from your game for too long or a temporary network hiccup.
Re-login
The next thing to do if that doesn’t work is to get into the game settings menu. Within the game’s settings menu itself, there is a “Login” option. Selecting this option means essentially attempting to go into online mode, which allows you to see other players’ structures, items, and components. This should also get you through the error.
Contact PlayStation Support
If none of these steps resolve the Error 19002, the issue might be more complex or specific to your network environment. Consider contacting PlayStation Support for further network troubleshooting by providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you’ve already attempted.
While an immediate, universal fix for Error 19002 isn’t yet available, these workarounds should significantly increase your chances of resolving the issue. That said, if you found this guide helpful, we cover gaming-related guides and fixes daily on DigiStatement, so make sure to visit us daily.
