Sony has pushed out another unannounced PS5 system update today, July 23, and this is a minor firmware patch.
Players will see this download clock in at just 1.2 GB, and will be PS5 update version 26.05-13.60.00.
Don’t expect much from this, as we usually get a beta to test a firmware’s new features if it’s a significant system patch.
PS5 Update 26.05-13.60.00 Improves the Usual
Per Sony, today’s system update does the following:
- We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.
Yep, that’s about it. This is to be expected from minor system updates, and more often than not, these stability updates also add backend security measures to prevent homebrew and cracking the system.
Hopefully, Sony rolls out a new beta testing program soon, and we get a significant system update before 2026 ends.
In other PlayStation news, we ran a feature on Sony’s digitial-only console future, and why we think it’s the company thinks PlayStation fans will stick it out. We also just ran a new report on a PlayStation patent that revealsa modular controller with a detachable touchscreen.
If you’re looking for games, the PSN Store Summer Sale is still ongoing, it includes thousands of discounted titles, which we’ve curated to be easier to digest.
If this PS5 update includes some unannounced changes, we’ll be sure to let our readers know.
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Alex Co
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