The ninth generation console war is in full swing. Right now, Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo are fiercely competing to sell more consoles than their rivals. For now, PlayStation seems to be standing out the most among these three. Sony announced that they have managed to sell 40 million devices since 2020. However, the company is not content with its current users and continues to strive for more. Now, Sony unveils a substantial PlayStation 5 update, introducing new features like custom themes, improved accessibility, better audio, more social options, and an enhanced user interface, aiming to increase the immersive gaming experience. Here are the details…

PlayStation 5 Beta Update Rolls Out with New Features: Accessibility, 3D Audio, and More

Sony continues to work on the console. The company has recently announced a significant system update for the PlayStation 5. It’s important to note that this update is currently only available to beta users. While it will soon be available to all users, Sony is likely conducting necessary checks and testing the waters to ensure there are no problems before it’s released more broadly.

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This latest update focuses on enhancing user accessibility, audio options, social features, user interface enhancements, and it even brings expanded support for M.2 SSDs, up to a whopping 8TB. As with any beta rollout, access will be limited to invited participants in selected countries, with a global update expected later this year.

New Accessibility Features

Sony has always placed a strong emphasis on inclusivity and ensuring gaming is accessible to all. As part of the new beta update, users can now assign a second controller to one account to assist in gameplay. This provides an opportunity for more interactive and collaborative gaming experiences, allowing a friend or family member to help navigate challenging game sequences.

Additionally, the beta update introduces system UI haptic feedback. This new feature allows gamers to experience physical feedback while navigating the PS5’s system with their controller. This enhancement is particularly beneficial for those with sight or hearing disabilities, providing an additional layer of sensory feedback.

Dolby Atmos Compatibility for 3D Audio

In an exciting development for audiophiles, the PS5 beta now supports 3D Audio on compatible Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI devices. This includes sound bars, TVs, and home theater systems. Powered by Tempest 3D AudioTech, it delivers immersive, 3-dimensional sound, heightening the auditory gaming experience.

Social Feature Enhancements

The update also enhances social features to improve interaction between players. Users can now invite players to a closed party without automatically adding them to the group. Moreover, players can see a preview of a friend’s shared screen before joining the party, making multiplayer sessions more seamless than ever.

Moreover, Sony has made it easier for players to join friends’ game sessions, displaying a “Joinable” icon next to friends currently playing a joinable game. In the game hub, users can also see tournament achievements and upcoming tournament start times, facilitating an engaging competitive gaming experience.

Improved User Experience

The beta introduces several UI improvements, enabling users to search for games within their game library and even mute or adjust the volume of the PS5’s beep sound. Game Help cards have been enhanced, with additional in-progress, available, and completed activities. A new “Discover Tips” section has also been included, providing useful tips to maximize the PS5 experience.

Expanded Storage Support

Finally, one of the most anticipated features of the update is the expanded support for larger-capacity M.2 SSDs, increasing the limit from 4TB to 8TB. This ensures gamers have plenty of space to store their favorite games, a crucial requirement in the era of large AAA game file sizes.

This PS5 beta update reaffirms Sony’s commitment to continually evolve the gaming experience. With enhanced accessibility, improved audio capabilities, better social features, and expanded storage, PS5 users can look forward to a refined and inclusive gaming experience like never before.

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