Sony rolled out PS3 system software program replace 4.92 this morning, taking gamers unexpectedly contemplating its age. The beloved console, which launched in 2006, obtained its final replace (model 4.91) again in February 2024. It appears like Sony has no plans to stop its annual check-ins.
PS3 system software program replace 4.92 patch notes (March 5, 2025)
PS3 replace 4.92 does precisely what you count on, and we suspect jailbreakers are going to be miffed about it. “This technique software program replace improves system efficiency,” the patch notes learn. “Please observe, to play Blu-ray discs, your PS3 system wants a renewed Blu-ray participant encryption key. Please replace your PS3 system software program to the newest model to resume the Blu-ray participant encryption key.”
Hackers know precisely what this implies. Alongside updating the Blu-ray participant encryption, Sony plugs as many recognized exploits because it presumably can with these annual firmware updates. Whereas the corporate has given up on the PS Vita, it nonetheless drops these patches for the PS3.
“At all times replace your PS3 system to the newest model of the system software program. By updating, you may take pleasure in extra options, improved usability, and enhanced safety,” Sony continues.
PS3 gamers who wish to obtain firmware model 4.92 must have 200MB of free area on their console.
