Power Saving
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Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Gets Surprise PlayStation 5 Update for New Feature
Horizon Zero Dawn on PlayStation 5 has received a surprise update (1.09) that adds compatibility for the console's Power Saver function. This feature, enabled via system settings, aims to reduce power consumption during gameplay. The update is noted by a leaf icon on the game tile.
Xbox Insiders Can Now Test Power Saving Options, UI Customization, Ability to See Mutual Friends
Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One users through the Xbox Insider program, focusing on UI customization, power-saving options, and improved social features. These updates include poster-style artwork for games, easier navigation for My Games & Apps, and the ability to see mutual friends. The new shutdown option aims to reduce power consumption by up to 20 times without impacting performance.
One of 2024’s Best Games Surprise Drops PS5 Exclusive Update
Helldivers 2 has received a PlayStation 5 exclusive update, version 1.006.102, which adds support for the console's Power Saver function. Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, this update reduces power consumption during gameplay and idle states with no impact on performance. Leaks suggest this feature may also be intended to allow PS5 games to run on an upcoming PlayStation handheld device.
Horizon Forbidden West Gets Surprise Update for PS5 Feature
Guerrilla Games has released a surprise update for Horizon Forbidden West on PlayStation 5, adding support for the console's Power Saver function. This patch allows players to reduce power consumption by scaling back game performance when enabled. The update also includes a small leaf icon on the game tile to indicate Power Saver compatibility.
All PS5 Games with Power Saver Support
The PlayStation 5 system update 25.06-12.00.00 introduced a new 'Power Saver' performance profile designed to reduce electricity consumption. This feature requires individual game support, and currently, six titles including Days Gone Remastered, Death Stranding 2, Demon's Souls, and God of War Ragnarok support it. Enabling Power Saver can reduce power draw by over 50% in some cases.
