Sony has released a new firmware minor update for the PS5, updating the system software to v23.01-07.61.00. This small firmware update improves “improves system performance” according to the release notes, but is mandatory if you want to access the PlayStation Network.
Read MoreTop PSN Sellers for July 2023 in Europe and North America
The top download charts for July 2023 has been released, revealing the top selling games on the PS5, PS4 and PS VR2 across North America and Europe on the PlayStation Store. On the PS5, Grand Theft Auto V has returned to top the chart in both regions, followed by Remnant II.
Read MorePlayStation Plus Game Catalogue Update for August 2023
The Game Catalogue update for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers has been revealed, with fourteen new games being added from Tuesday, 15th June 2023. New games this month include Sea of Stars (PS4, PS5) and Destiny 2: The Witch Queen (PS4, PS5).
Read MoreCan I Keep Games from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog?
If you are a PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium subscriber, you get access to the Game Catalog, which has hundreds of titles that you can download and play as part of your subscription. However, the Game Catalog doesn’t work in the same was as the monthly PlayStation Plus titles.
Read MorePS5 Passes 40 Million Console Sales
The PS5 has reached a new sales milestone, surpassing 40 million sales since the console launched in November 2020, as of 16th July 2023. The PS5 suffered shortages until recently, which no doubt affected the number of units that could be sold.
Read MorePS5 System Software v3.0-08.00.00 (Beta)
PS5 Firmware Beta v3.0-08.00.00 is now available for public testing, adding a number of new features and improvements to the PS5, including support for 8TB M.2 SSD drives, Dolby Atmos support, and support for the an Assist controller.
Read MorePlayStation Plus Line-up for August 2023 Announced
The PlayStation Plus Essential line-up for July 2023 has been revealed, featuring three new games for PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra and Premium subscribers. The new games will be available to download from Tuesday, 1st August 2023, and includes Media Molecule’s Dreams.
Read MorePS5 System Software v23.01-07.60.00
Sony has released a new firmware minor update for the PS5, updating the system software to v23.01-07.60.00. This small firmware update improves “improves system performance” according to the release notes, but is mandatory if you want to access the PlayStation Network.
Read MoreStray, Marvel’s Avengers and 8 Other Games Leaving PlayStation Plus Game Catalog This Month
A number of games will be removed from the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, including Stray and Marvel’s Avengers from PlayStation Plus Extra, and a number of Bioshock games from PlayStation Plus Premium.
Read MoreHow to Expand Your PS5 Storage with a M.2 SSD
As of PS5 Firmware v21.02-04.00.00, the internal M.2 SSD expansion slot can be used to expand the storage of your console with up to 4 TB of additional space. There are a number of PS5-compatible M.2 drives available (links below), and they only take a few minutes to install.
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