PS5 beta update introduces immersive 3D audio profilingWatch out – it’s behind you! With brand new 3D audio profiling, the PS5’s latest update promises to immerse gamers like never before.
Beta participants can now take advantage of Sony’s new personalised 3D audio profiles. The innovative feature is spatially-aware like surround sound in your headphones. This means it can accurately track sounds to your environment – meaning a monster will always sound like it’s stood in the same place, even if you move around.

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The update is sure to revolutionise gaming – and even elevate some heart rates, if you’re into the odd horror game.
In order to create a personalised profile, the PS5 performs an optimisation test. The test asks users questions to tailor the experience to the individual. You can create an audio profile by going to the settings menu and selecting Sound > 3D Audio (Headphones), prompting the PS5 to conduct its short quiz.

This isn’t the first time Sony have been interested in 3D audio. The PS5 already offers 3D audio support for built-in TV speakers, as well as being compatible with Dolby Atmos-enabled audio devices.
Elsewhere, the update also welcomes in some Remote Play updates. Users can now adjust Remote Play settings per user, allowing more control over who can connect to your console. This means, even if you’ve let someone log into your PS5 in person, you can modify whether they can continue to access your PS5 console via Remote Play.
To adjust your Remote Play settings, go to Settings > System > Remote Play > Enable Remote Play. There, you can select any users you’d like to have access to your PS5 console.
There’s also adaptive charging updates for DualSense wireless controllers, DualSense Edge wireless controllers, PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, and Access controllers. Users can adjust how much power is pumped into their controller, cutting it off after a certain period of time.
Users will also be able to invite friends to join their gaming sessions with handy new links. To do so, simply open the game session action card and select Share Link. Then, users can scan a QR code and be provided with a link they can share.
The updates are all currently only available to beta participants. Sony notes that it hopes to roll out the update globally in the coming months.
Learn more at blog.playstation.com.
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