Keeping your console's system software updated offers various benefits. System updates often optimize performance, improving speed and responsiveness for smoother gameplay. Additionally, they address known issues, reducing crashes and glitches for a more stable gaming experience.
How to manually update system software Xbox
- Make sure that your console is connected to the internet, and then press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide.
- Select Profile & system> Settings > System > Updates.
- Under Updates, you’ll see one of two things:
◦ Console update available. Select this to begin your update
◦ No console update available. This means your console is up to date.
How to manually update system software PlayStation 4
- Go to Settings.
- Select System Software Update. If there is an update file for a later version, it automatically downloads.
How to manually update system software PlayStation 5
- Go to Settings > System.
- Select System Software > System Software Update and Settings.
- Update Available appears if a newer version is available.
- Select Update System Software to update.