PlayStation has slowly killed off its PS3, even if it continues to live on among thousands of users. The console has also received a patch and here is everything that changes.
The PS3 is 17 years old, but it’s not quite dead yet. Even though Blu-ray player support has been improved in 2021, to support newer movies, Sony hasn’t really worked to keep it alive. And that’s understandable after all this time. However, over the last few months, more and more features have been removed or at least limited. But against all expectations, a new firmware has just been put online. Major changes?
An update 4.91 for the PS3, details
After all this time, the release of the PS4 and the PS5, we didn’t expect Sony to have an intention for its old PS3. As good as the console is, it’s been a while since the page was turned. But obviously not for everyone because in December 2023, the manufacturer announced that there were still 1.9 million active players on PlayStation 3. An astonishing performance insofar as the online functionalities are reduced to nothing. For example, update 4.89 prevented the creation of a PSN account from the PS3.
The next firmware, 4.90, was used to “improve system performance” PS3. A classic, all-purpose formula that we see very often. And surprise, more than a year after this patch, the PlayStation 3 welcomes an update 4.91. A revolution ? You shouldn’t dream. Official support states that this is still a routine fix.
This system software update improves system performance. You should always install the most recent version of system software on your PS3 system. The update provides additional features, better ergonomics and enhanced security
Via PlayStation.
The PS3 4.91 update requires 200 MB of free space on the console’s hard drive. On the other hand, there is a hidden element linked to blu-ray. If you want to continue playing movies, you must install the patch to “renew encryption key” of the BD player. This key makes it possible to protect copyright, in addition to being essential for the end user.