PlayStation 5 will get variable refresh rate support in the coming months, new system software updates are now available

Sony has announced that it will soon release Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support for PlayStation 5. This feature is supposed to improve the visual performance of games on the PS5. The company has confirmed that previously released PS5 games will be able to support VRR through a game patch. Additionally, future releases are expected to include VRR support at launch. The announcement was accompanied by the release of system software updates for PS5 and PS4, as well as PS App and PS Remote Play updates.

The announcement, shared on the official PlayStation blog, mentions that VRR support is expected to be released in the coming months. This technology is supposed to deliver significantly improved visual performance by dynamically synchronizing the refresh rate of the connected display to that of the PS5 console. VRR is said to minimize or eliminate frame timing issues and screen tearing. Sony mentions that this technology will only work with HDMI 2.1 compatible TVs and monitors.

Additionally, he plans to add an option that will allow players to enable VRR with games that do not support this feature. VRR and this additional option can be enabled or disabled as required. As VRR technology is in its infancy, Sony clarified that “results may vary depending on the TV you are using and the game you are playing”.

Sony has also started rolling out system software updates for the PS5 and PS4. The updates bring several fan-requested features, including the ability to create open and closed games on PS5 and PS4. PS5 consoles are also receiving UI improvements for Game Base and Trophy cards. PS app users can now also create open and closed groups. The app even gets an updated Game Base UI to stay consistent with the PS5. Additionally, the PS Remote Play mobile app is getting a “dark mode” based on users’ phone settings and new screen reader languages ​​for iOS and Android.