Sony releases the first PlayStation 5 system software update of 2026, with a new feature that lets friends know when you're ignoring them.

The first system update for the PS5 for 2026 is live on January 28 as version 26.01-12.60.00.06, and this adds new features.

Sony is rolling out PS5 system software update 26.01-12.60.00 as we speak, and this time, we’re getting more than just stability. The new firmware brings new social features, one of which was first ...

Sony has rolled out PS5 system software update version 25.07-12.20.00 for October 2025, and it’s a pretty useful firmware update. Weighing over 1GB, the update makes it easy for players to check ...

Sony Interactive Entertainment has released PS5 system update 25.06-12.02.00.00-00.00.00.0.1 for users to download, although don’t get too excited as it doesn’t implement any major additions for the ...

Sony Interactive Entertainment has released PS5 system update 25.05-11.60.00.05, although if you’re hoping for any significant changes to the console, you had better rein those expectations in. Yep, ...

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The next PS5 system update is coming soon, and it adds a new wireless controller-pairing feature, while Sony also discussed a "Power Saver" mode that's coming later. In a blog post, Sony said the ...

A new PlayStation 5 system update is now available as of September 17, bringing the ability to pair a DualSense to multiple devices at once. The update also introduces a Power Saver mode to the PS5, ...