Sony tightens PS5 anti-piracy measures - regular players will have to update their console more often

Sony has increased the frequency of PS5 updates in response to new console hacking methods, which has intensified player dissatisfaction.

Sony's fight against PS5 hacking has sparked a new wave of criticism due to the requirement to update firmware to run some physical games, although this practice has existed since the PS3 era.

Sony has increased the frequency of updates in response to new console hacking methods. Amidst the decision to stop releasing physical discs in 2028, some players see this as another limitation of their capabilities.

At the same time, the requirement to install fresh firmware has long been common among consoles. The necessary update can often be installed directly from a Blu-ray disc or downloaded from the PlayStation website.

Users on social media sharply criticize the company: “And Sony still wonders why people hate it,” one of them wrote. Another added: “We don't hate this company enough.”

In the coming months, updates may clearly be released even more frequently as Sony continues to counter hackers. This could complicate the use of PS5 for regular players.