Latest PS5 System Software Update Available from Thursday, April 24! Feature to Customize Home Screen with Designs Based on Past PlayStation Consoles Returns!

A system software update for "PlayStation 5" was released on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
It is reported that the Audio Focus feature has been added and the feature to customize the PS5 home screen with designs based on past PlayStation consoles has been brought back.

Audio Focus Feature and Home Screen Customization Added April 24!

A system software update for PlayStation 5 was released on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Let's look at the new features included in the update.

Audio Focus Feature Makes it Easier to Distinguish Sounds You Want to Emphasize!

Audio Focus is a feature that enhances subtle sounds in games and voice chat to improve accessibility.
Selectable presets are available to match your listening preferences.
This allows for a more immersive and clear audio experience when using headphones or headsets.

When you turn on the Audio Focus setting, you can select preset options to match the type of sound you want to emphasize.
This makes it easier to distinguish game character dialogue, subtle sound effects like footsteps or rustling grass, and party chat audio, allowing you to enjoy an even more immersive gaming experience.

The Audio Focus feature is available when using headphones connected via USB or analog jack.
Please note that it is not supported for HDMI connections through TVs, AV amplifiers, or soundbars.

Home Screen Designs Based on Consoles from the Original PS to PS4 Return!

PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4 Home Screen Settings

As part of the celebration of PlayStation's 30th anniversary, a feature to customize the PS5 home screen with designs based on PlayStation, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation 4 was offered for a limited time.
Due to significant demand for this feature, it is now available permanently.
It might bring a sense of nostalgia to fans who have been playing PlayStation for a long time.

For details on the features and how to use them included in this update, and information on the update itself, please see the PlayStation.Blog or the Official PlayStation Website.

PS5®システムソフトウェアの最新アップデートが本日4月24日（木）配信開始！

オーディオフォーカス機能の追加と歴代PlayStation®をモチーフにしたホーム画面のカスタマイズ機能が復活！

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— プレイステーション公式 (@PlayStation_jp) April 23, 2025