Improvements, fixes, and new features. Keeping your PS5 updated to the latest version is something that you should always do, not only because some games will not start unless you have the latest version available, but because you will enjoy many improvements that will make the system work better than ever.
Do I need to update my PS5?
Although at times it will be an optional task, ideally, you should update your console immediately each time an update is available. The latest versions of the system introduce corrections and patches on identified problems, so that usually some problems that could be affecting you in your day to day will be solved.
Many games include a system update by default so that the user is forced to install the version before being able to play, so on some occasions you could find yourself with this case.
In general, keeping your console updated will help you avoid future problems, so it is recommended that you install the latest option available as soon as it is ready to download.
How do I update the PS5?
The most common, practical and simple method is done through the internet, and for this you will only have to connect your console to your router so that the latest available version of the system is downloaded. Normally, you will only have to turn on your console so that the welcome screen informs you about the availability of the update, so with a couple of clicks, you can start downloading the version and later it will be installed automatically.
How to update the PS5 without internet? How do I update by USB?
In the event that you don’t have internet, don’t worry. You can always update the console by installing the installation file through a USB memory. This method, however, is somewhat more cumbersome, so you will have to take some additional steps and be careful.
To update your PS5 through a USB memory you will have to do the following steps:
- Prepare a USB drive formatted in FAT32 (if you have not installed any operating system with it, cleaning its contents and leaving it clean will suffice).
- Create a folder inside called UPDATE
- Download the latest version of the PS5 system to your computer at the following link:
- You will get a file called PS5UPDATE. Take it to the UPDATE folder you created on the USB stick.
- The next step is to completely shut down your PS5 and start it in safe mode. To do this, press the power button and hold it until you hear a second beep.
- A menu will appear on the screen, and that is where you have to select the option Reinstall system software, and then the option “Update from USB device”. Accept and the update process will begin.
All PS5 updates
Below we leave with all the updates that have been released for the PS5 system and the main news that it introduces (ordered from newest to oldest):
Version: 21.01-03.00.00
- Now we can store PS5 games on USB storage drives. You must bear in mind that to run those games you must copy them back to the main PS5 storage.
- New accessibility functions are added, such as Zoom, which allows you to enlarge areas of the screen.
- Added deactivation of game chat audio in Sound control center. Once activated, the rest of the players will not hear you, nor will you be able to hear them. This does not affect group voice chats.
- Games can now be hidden from the games library, thus preventing them from appearing in the “Your collection” tab.
- An option to Enable Output at 120Hz has been included to force the mode on Full HD monitors that support 120Hz.
- The same is true with HDR. In the Settings> Display and Video> Video Output options, we will find the new HDR function to deactivate it in case a game is not compatible.
- The screenshots of the trophies are now kept in order, being able to choose what type of captures you want to store in Settings> Captures and Transmissions> Trophies.
- Games saved in the cloud will be synced successfully. Now the console will check if there is a more updated file to download to your console.
Version 20.02-02.50.00
- Introduces system performance improvements.
- Now PS4 versions will not install if there is a PS5 version available for download.
- Now you can select and edit video clips with Share Factory Studio from the gallery.
Version 20.02-02.30.00
- Improves system performance.
- Stability issues with some WiFi routers have been improved.
- Fixed issues with entering text in some PS4 games.
- Resolved an issue where data transfers and downloads were canceled when attempting to download content while a data transfer from a PS4 was in progress.
Version 20.02-02.26.00
- System performance improvements.
- Resolved an issue where disk versions of installed games were sometimes removed.
- Fixed an issue that prevented the PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller from charging in sleep mode when connected to the USB-A port on the front of the console.
Version 20.02-02.25.00
- System performance improvement.
- Resolved an issue where some users could not download games because they only saw the “Queued” or “View details” options.