Latest PS5 system update adds a handy game invite option

Person holding the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller in front of a TV
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The PS5's latest system software update has arrived, and as ever, this month has brought some much-needed quality-of-life changes to the console.

As detailed on the PS5 system software update support page, Version: 24.05-09.60.00 is now live. Chiefly, it adds the ability to create a shareable link used for inviting friends to multiplayer gaming sessions. You just need to open up your game's session action card and choose the new option: Share Link. From there, you'll scan a QR code with your phone to generate the link.

Another welcome improvement has come to the PS5's Voice Command feature. It's now possible to open up a title's Game Help action cards by speaking the phrase "Show Game Help." And while the Voice Command feature is still only available in English at present, this is sure to be a helpful accessibility update.

The latest system software update also brings with it the usual round of performance and stability improvements. On top of this, Sony notes that it's sent out a device software update for "some" DualSense Wireless Controller models. Again, to improve stability.

You can read the full system software update notes for Version: 24.05-09.60.00 here:

  • You can invite other players to game sessions by sharing a URL to the session.
    - To invite other players, open the game session action card and select Share Link. Then, scan the QR code with your mobile device to share the link.
    - This feature is available only for open sessions that anyone can join. 
    - This feature will gradually be rolled out to all players by July 24.
  • Voice Command now supports the ability to open Game Help action cards by saying "Show Game Help".
    - Currently, Voice Command (Preview) is available only in English for players with accounts for PlayStation Network in the US and UK.
  • We've improved system software performance and stability. 
  • We've updated the device software of some DualSense wireless controllers to improve stability. 
  • We've improved the messages and usability on some screens.

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Rhys Wood
Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.