Sony has rolled out a new system update for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles, bringing modest changes that have sparked mixed reactions from users. The PS5 update (version 25.02-11.00.00) weighs in at 1.3GB and includes several small but noteworthy improvements.
What’s Actually Changing?
The PS5 update makes viewing activity details simpler, with cards now displaying full information while still hiding potential spoilers. Unicode 16.0 emojis are now supported in messages, expanding the options available to users.
Sony has also adjusted parental controls. When setting the restriction level to “Late Teens or Older,” the Communication and User-Generated Content will now default to “Restrict” (though existing custom settings will remain unchanged).
As with nearly every PlayStation update, Sony notes they’ve “improved system software performance and stability” – a vague description that has become something of an inside joke among PlayStation users.
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User Reactions
The update has been met with a mix of frustration and humor from the PlayStation community. On Reddit, user Bl00dEagles questioned, “Are emojis even worth mentioning?” while Majestic-Talk7566 sarcastically commented, “Don’t spoil us Sony.”
The criticism stems largely from the perceived minor nature of the changes and the continued tradition of vague patch notes that don’t specify exactly what performance improvements were made.
PS4 Isn’t Forgotten
PlayStation 4 owners also received an update (version 12.50), though with even fewer changes. The only note provided by Sony is: “We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.” This parallel release suggests potential shared code elements between the two console generations.
The Pattern of PlayStation Updates
This update follows Sony’s established pattern of releasing incremental system updates that focus on stability and small feature improvements rather than major overhauls. While Sony continues supporting both its current and previous generation consoles, the limited transparency about specific changes remains a point of contention among users.
For PlayStation owners who haven’t already, Sony has opened a beta program announced last month that allows participants to test new gaming experiences before they’re widely released.