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Sony Restores Classic PlayStation Themes and Introduces Audio Focus on PS5

The latest PS5 update permanently brings back nostalgic console themes and adds immersive audio presets for headphone users.

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Overview

  • Sony's PS5 system update, launching April 24, 2025, permanently restores PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4, and 30th Anniversary themes, including iconic startup animations.
  • Users can access and customize these themes via the new 'Appearance' menu in the PS5 settings.
  • The update introduces Audio Focus, a feature offering four headphone-only presets to enhance specific sound frequencies: Boost Low Pitch, Boost Voices, Boost High Pitch, and Boost Quiet Sounds.
  • Audio Focus works exclusively with USB or analog-connected headphones and is not supported for HDMI setups like TVs or soundbars.
  • This update follows strong fan demand for the themes' return after their limited-time debut during PlayStation's 30th anniversary celebration in December 2024.