PlayStation 5 Major System Update Officially Rolling Out Now
Summary
Sony has begun rolling out a significant PS5 system update on 17 September 2025. The update must currently be installed manually via Settings > System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings. Two headline features arrive: advanced DualSense pairing that lets you pair a controller to up to four devices and switch between them quickly, and a new Power Saver mode that scales back performance to reduce power consumption for supported games.
Key Points
- Update available from 17 September 2025; some consoles may see rollout delays so check later if you don’t see it immediately.
- Advanced DualSense pairing: pair DualSense and DualSense Edge controllers to up to four devices and switch by holding the PlayStation button plus an action button, with a 5-second hold to swap back.
- Power Saver mode: lets the console reduce performance to save energy; needs enabling per-game in Settings > System > Power Saving > Power Saver for Games.
- Not every title supports Power Saver; confirmed supporting games include Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Demon’s Souls and Ghost of Yōtei.
- Manual install path: Settings > System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings.
How to enable Power Saver (quick steps)
1. Go to Settings > System from the PS5 home page.
2. Select Power Saving, then choose Power Saver for Games.
3. Turn on “Use Power Saver” and choose the games you want to apply it to.
Context and Relevance
This update addresses practical quality-of-life and sustainability concerns. Multi-device controller pairing reflects how players increasingly switch between consoles, PCs and mobile devices, while the Power Saver mode ties into a wider industry push to reduce energy use in always-on consumer electronics. For PS5 owners the changes improve convenience and give an option to reduce running costs and environmental impact.
Why should I read this?
Got a PS5? This is worth two minutes of your time. The DualSense multi-device pairing makes life a lot easier if you juggle devices, and Power Saver can actually cut your electricity bill (and your carbon guilt) on long play sessions. We read the details so you don’t have to — go update and try the new features.