This Thursday, a new update was released for the PlayStation 5 operating system, designed to improve software performance and add other optimizations. If you’re a PS5 owner, we’ll explain in detail what this update includes and how to install it.
What’s included in the new PlayStation 5 update?
The system software update 25.01-10.60.00 includes the usual performance and stability improvements, along with adjustments to messages and optimized usability on certain screens. Outside of these changes, no other significant new features have been detected in this version.
What was the last PlayStation update?
The most recent update, version 24.06, was released last September and introduced the welcome center, a customizable space on the console’s home screen. This allows you to add widgets such as the battery level of connected accessories and the current status of the console’s storage.
Additionally, this update included personalized 3D audio profiles and improvements to the Remote Play function.
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How to update the system software on a PS5 console?
To ensure the best experience on your PlayStation, it’s important to keep the system software on your PlayStation 5 up to date with the latest version.
You can set the console to automatically update the system software while in rest mode. This way, the next time you use it, the system will be up to date. Just follow these simple steps:
- Select Settings and click on System
- Next, select System Software and go to Settings
- Select System Software Update
- Enable the options Automatically Download Update Files and Automatically Install Update Files.
To update the software manually, do the following:
- Go to Settings and then to System
- Select System Software and click on Settings
- Select System Software Update (the message “Update Available” should appear)
- Click on Update System Software
To update the PS5 system software on a PC or Mac:
- Turn off your PS5 console
- On your PC or Mac, create a folder named “PS5” on a USB drive formatted in FAT32 or exFAT. Inside this folder, create another folder called “Update”.
- Download the PS5 console update file and save it in the “Update” folder as “PS5UPDATE.PUP” (you will need approximately 1.1 GB of free space).
- Insert the USB drive containing the file into the PS5 console
- Start your PS5 in safe mode: hold down the power button and release it after the second “beep”.
- Select Update System Software
- Select Update from USB Storage Device and then click Accept.
Why should I update my PlayStation 5?
The PS5 console regularly receives system software updates, including security patches, to ensure its proper functioning.
If your console is connected to the internet or you insert a game disc that requires a newer software version, you’ll receive a notification about the availability of a new update.
It is recommended to install the latest updates as soon as they become available. Failing to do so may leave your console vulnerable to security risks or affect its performance.
What’s the difference between PS5 Pro, PS5 Slim, and PS5?
The main difference between the PS5 Pro and the other models lies in its hardware. The PS5 Pro is geared toward more demanding gamers, offering superior performance and next-gen graphics.
In terms of size, the PS5 Slim stands out from the original PS5 by being significantly more compact, reducing its volume by about 30%. This contrasts with the original PS5, known for being one of the largest consoles ever released.
While the design of the PS5 Pro resembles that of the PS5 Slim, it features some aesthetic changes, such as three black stripes in the middle instead of one. Additionally, the PS5 Pro does not have a disc drive.
Another important difference between these models is the internal storage. The original PS5 offers 825 GB of capacity, while the PS5 Slim increases this figure to 1 TB.
When will PlayStation 6 be released?
Recently, Hideaki Nishino, Vice President of Sony Interactive Entertainment, announced that the release of the PlayStation 6 is scheduled for sometime between 2027 and 2028, marking the beginning of a new generation of consoles.
