A new firmware update, Version: 25.06-12.02.00, has just been released for the PlayStation 5 console. As is often the case with these updates, it doesn’t introduce a slew of new features. Instead, its primary purpose is to bolster the security of your device, ensuring a more stable and protected gaming environment.
According to the concise update notes, “We’ve made some security fixes to the system software.” This aligns with Sony’s ongoing commitment to incremental improvements throughout 2025. Previous updates have brought back classic PlayStation console user interfaces and introduced significant changes to activity settings, consistently refining the overall PS5 user experience.
Beyond console updates, 2025 also marks a significant milestone: the 30th anniversary of the first PlayStation system’s debut in the US and Europe. To commemorate this, Sony has unveiled exciting new collectibles. Gaming history enthusiasts will be thrilled by “PlayStation: The First 30 Years,” a deluxe book that delves into the origins and development of the iconic original PlayStation console.
Fans eager to celebrate in style can also look forward to pre-ordering special new shoes designed to pay tribute to the PlayStation legacy. These unique sneakers will be packaged in limited-edition boxes, cleverly designed to evoke the original console’s distinctive look.
Looking ahead, “Ghost of Yotei” is set to launch for PS5 on October 2. If you’re a PlayStation Plus subscriber, next week brings a fantastic selection of free games including “Alan Wake 2,” “Goat Simulator 3,” and “Cocoon.” Furthermore, PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can anticipate even more classic titles joining the Game Catalog this year, with Sony confirming “Soul Calibur 3,” “Tekken 3,” and “Tomb Raider: Anniversary” will be added soon.
Speaking of new releases, October 2025 also brings an array of other major game titles. Gamers have a lot to look forward to across various platforms.