Sony has released firmware 8.0 which updates the PlayStation 4. As we read on the official blog, this update from Sony adds new avatars, updates Party and Messages, introducing the PS Remote Play application for the console PlayStation 5.
Party and Messages Updates: “After this update, Party and Messages will be more closely linked together and you will see UI changes. Both applications will now use the same "Groups" of players for group voice chats and message exchanges, instead of setting up different groups between the two applications. So now you can start a group chat or send a message to the group you previously chatted with on PlayStation 4, as well as on PlayStation 5 when it is launched ”.
New Avatars: “We are expanding the collection of preset avatars that gamers will be able to show on their profile. A new set of avatars from your favorite video games will be available, including Bloodborne, Journey, Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, The Last of Us Part II, The Last of Us Remastered, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End and many more " .
Mute All Microphones from the Quick Menu: "We've added an option for 'Mute All Microphones' to the Quick Menu, so you can easily mute your microphones while playing."
Easier and more flexible content filtering: "In the Content Filtering we have combined" Communication with other players "and" Viewing content created by other players "into a single" Communication and user generated content "setting that covers both communication and UGC sharing ".
Improved 2-Step Verification: "The 2-Step Verification (2SV) feature on PlayStation 4 will be enhanced to support third party authentication applications as an option during the 2SV activation and login process on PlayStation 4, mobile devices and Web ".
Removing Event Creation and Private Community Creation: “After version 8.00, you will no longer be able to create Events or access existing Events created by other users. In addition, the ability to create private communities via the Community app for PlayStation 4 will be removed. If you already have private communities, you can continue to access them.
Updates to the Remote Play application on mobile and PC: "Upon launch of version 8.00, the name of the existing PlayStation 4 Remote Play application for mobile (iOS / Android), Windows PC and Mac will change to PS Remote Play and will be added the option to connect to PlayStation 5. In order to access the functionality, you will need to log into PSN from your PlayStation 5. ”
Sony recommends a LAN connection to perform PlayStation 8.0 Firmware System Update 4.
