PS5 Modding Overview

Introduction

• PS5 modded community: Rapid growth and numerous new projects.
• Video: Result of 3 years of work.

Obtaining a Moddable PS5

• Purchase Date: April 2021, kept sealed for eventual jailbreak.
• Firmware Requirements: Only specific firmware versions (3.20 - 4.50) can be modded. Downgrading firmware is not possible.
• Model Numbers: Helpful chart to determine moddable units; older sealed PS5 have lower firmware versions.
• Outcome: Successfully found a moddable PS5 with firmware 3.2.

Jailbreaking Process

• Disable Firmware Updates: Prevent automatic updates before connecting to the internet.
• Exploit: Done through the user guide, navigating indirect redirects to access Google and execute the jailbreak.
• Result: Successfully modded PS5.

What You Can Do with a Modded PS5

• Debug Settings: New menu with developer options.
  • Package Installer: Install homebrew, emulators, and game backups (PS4 & PS5 games).
  • Web Browser App: Easier access to the internet.
  • Items Flow: Manage and dump game rips, including PS5 games.
  • Home Brew Store: Download emulators, cheat menus, and more (incompatible with some firmwares).
  • PS5 Explorer: File browser for managing game rips and other files.

Playing Online with a Modded PS5

• EasyFN: Modded client to run older Fortnite versions with unlocked content.
• Limitations: Limited player base and long wait times for matches.

60 FPS Patches

• Common Games: Unlocked for smoother gameplay (e.g., Driveclub, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Order: 1886, Bloodborne).
• Process: Easier than before, requiring minimal configuration changes.
• Uncharted Legacy Collection & Demon’s Souls: Access to dev/debug menus for more game modifications.

Questions and Common Concerns

• Playing Online: Not possible on latest firmware required for online gaming.
• Downgrading Firmware: Not possible.
• Future Firmware Exploits: Potential future exploits identified for firmware 7.0.
• Running Linux/Other Software: Currently not possible; system lacks full jailbreak.
• Piracy: Possible but unethical and not covered.

Conclusion

• Current State: Exciting growth and future possibilities for PS5 modding.
• Community: Encouraged to join Discord for more information and discussion.
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