The PS5 has received a new beta System Software update (February 2025) that brings improvements to Activities and Messages.
Sony is sending out invites to the February, 2025, System Software beta update (via) for the PS5. Those who are a part of the beta program will be notified regarding the update via email. The update brings improvements to Activities, Messages, Emojis, Parental Control settings, as well as system performance and stability.
PS5 System Software Beta Update (February 2025)
The official changelog for the February, 2025, System Software beta update includes the following changes:
- We’ve made it simpler to view details about activities.
- Activity details are now fully displayed on cards.
- Potential spoilers will still be hidden.
- Unicode 16.0 emojis are now supported. You can use them in your messages.
- When you set the parental controls’ restriction level to Late Teens or Older, Communication and User-Generated Content will now default to Restrict.
- If you have previously set the level to Late Teens or Older, your previous settings will not be affected and it will be shown as Customize.
- We’ve improved system software performance and stability.
- We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.
While the changes may seem incremental, such updates play a key role in maintaining the PS5’s reliability and user-friendly interface.
Those who are enrolled in the beta program for the PS5 System Software are encouraged to download and install the update promptly in order to benefit from the latest improvements. For detailed instructions on updating your PS5 to the beta firmware, visit the official PlayStation website. Those who wish to enroll in the program can do so by signing up here. It’s worth noting that new social features added via the beta update may not be compatible with other users running their console on the official PS5 firmware.
If you have noticed any additional changes after installing the beta update, share your thoughts in the comments below.
