Sony is releasing a major software update for the PlayStation 4 tomorrow that will bring a number of requested features to the system.
The update, which is codenamed “Yukimura,” includes a new suspend/resume feature that will allow gamers to jump in and out of games quickly and pick up where they left off. The patch will also allow users to search for fellow gaming friends on Facebook and easily view what their friends are playing with the addition of a “Friends Who Play This” section on each game detail page.8.
Additionally, creating a Party has now been streamlined with a reduction in the number of steps required. There aren’t specific details on what’s been consolidated. You’ll now be able to back-up your PS4 to an external hard-drive or USB thing and restore from there too. You will also be able to search for Facebook friends with your linked account and send Real Name requests in the same step. In a What’s New stream you’ll see what friends are playing and be able to join them if you own the game. A Friends Who Play This option will be added to game detail pages.
Screenshots will automatically be taken when you earn Trophies, and you can now share videos on Dailymotion.
New custom controller button assignments, zoom functionality and inverted colours “will be available for all system functions, apps and games”. All games? That’s what it says in the press release. There will be text-to-speech for all of the graphical user interface, including Message and Party, plus bolder and bigger fonts, although this won’t apply to all third-party applications.
As for future updates, Sony is introducing a new option so you can install them automatically. There’s a lot more in the update, including better accessibility features, so be sure to check out the PlayStation blog for the full rundown. The update is expected to go live in North America tomorrow.
