Sony PS5 replace brings new accessibility options, 8TB storage assist and extra

Sony has introduced that it’s rolling out a brand new PlayStation 5 system software program replace globally. This replace contains quite a lot of options from the most recent PS5 beta, together with new accessibility options like the power to make use of a second DualSense controller for help, new audio choices that permit 3D Audio powered by Tempest 3D AudioTech to be performed on suitable Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI gadgets, and rather more.

“Now you can assign a second controller to 1 account as an help controller, and use two controllers to function your PS5 console as for those who have been utilizing a single controller. This function introduces a brand new method so that you can get pleasure from video games collaboratively with others or assist a good friend or youngster navigate a very difficult part of a recreation,” the corporate stated in a blogpost on September 13, 2023.

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Customers now even have the choice to activate haptic suggestions results whereas navigating their PS5 with their DualSense controller, DualSense Edge controller, or PS VR2 Sense controller.

With the most recent replace, 3D Audio powered by Tempest 3D AudioTech can now be loved by those that personal suitable Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI gadgets corresponding to soundbars, TVs or residence theater techniques. 

Furthermore, customers can now use an M.2 SSD with a most capability of 8TB (up from the earlier 4TB restrict) to broaden space for storing on their PS5 consoles.

Speaking concerning the social function enhancements, the corporate stated that customers can now invite a participant right into a closed celebration with out mechanically including the participant into the group or creating a brand new group. Moreover, gamers can now ship open or closed celebration invites to teams as an alternative of solely particular person gamers.

Different options embody the power to react to messages with emojis, see a preview of somebody’s Share Display screen earlier than becoming a member of a celebration, seek for video games inside your recreation library, mute or alter the quantity of the PS5’s beep sound when turning it on or off, and extra.