What the PS5 April Update Actually Changes for You
The PS5 April 23 system software patch 26.03-13.20.00 is small, but it still matters if you chat a lot. Sony’s latest PS5 April update focuses on communication rather than performance or a big UI overhaul. After updating, you’ll see more emojis available for message reactions, letting you respond more expressively in party or message chats. Sony has also quietly improved the wording and usability on some system screens, which should make certain menus clearer and a bit easier to navigate. You’re unlikely to notice major differences while playing games, but if you regularly use the PS5’s text chat or coordinate online sessions with friends, these tweaks make messaging smoother. Malaysian players don’t need to do anything special: just update as prompted, or go to Settings → System → System Software → System Software Update to grab the latest PS5 system software patch.
PlayStation Plus Free Games and Trials You Should Not Skip
If you’re on PS Plus Extra or Premium and love deep strategy, Age of Wonders: Planetfall is one of the best PlayStation Plus free games to dive into now. Normally costing USD 29.99 (approx. RM140), it’s included in the catalog and is famous for offering potentially over 2,000 hours of playtime thanks to its many factions, branching choices and multiplayer support. Premium members also get new PS5 game trials added on April 23: Asterigos: Curse of the Stars, Eternal Exodus, MLB The Show 26 and The Midnight Walk. These timed trials let you sample everything from Greek-myth-inspired action RPG combat to baseball and a dark fantasy adventure without extra cost beyond your subscription. In Malaysia, just open the PS Plus tab on your PS5, check the Extra/Premium catalogs and the ‘Game Trials’ section, and you’ll see local availability and any regional restrictions.
Cheap PS5 Games Sale: Two Must-Grabs on the PS Store
For bargain hunters watching the current cheap PS5 games sale, two standout PS Store Malaysia deals are worth prioritising. First, acclaimed 2021 adventure-puzzle game The Pedestrian is discounted to USD 4.99 (approx. RM23) until May 7, representing a 75% cut from its usual USD 19.99 (approx. RM93). It’s a stylish, textless journey where you guide a stick-figure on public signs around a city by rearranging and reconnecting panels, and it’s also included in PS Plus Extra if you’d rather not buy it outright. Second, asymmetrical action-horror hit Dead by Daylight is down 60% to USD 11.99 (approx. RM56) from USD 29.99 (approx. RM140) until May 7. It supports cross-buy on PS4 and PS5 and, while currently in the PS Plus Extra catalog, owning it outright ensures you keep access once it eventually leaves the service.
How Malaysians Can Check Prices, Dates and Regional Limits
Because promotions can vary by region, Malaysian players should always double-check local PS Store listings before buying. On your PS5, open the PS Store tile, search for The Pedestrian or Dead by Daylight, and you’ll see the Malaysian price in ringgit plus the discount percentage and promo end date (for these deals, that’s May 7). For PS Plus free games and trials, go to the PlayStation Plus hub on your console and make sure you’re on the correct tier (Essential, Extra or Premium). Age of Wonders: Planetfall appears in the Extra and Premium catalog, while Premium-only game trials such as MLB The Show 26 and Asterigos: Curse of the Stars sit in the ‘Game Trials’ section. If something mentioned online doesn’t appear, it may not be available in the Malaysia region yet or could require upgrading your PS Plus tier.
What to Download First: Picks by Player Type
To quickly prioritise downloads, think about your play style. Story and puzzle fans should grab The Pedestrian while it’s cheap; it’s short, inventive and lets you experience a distinctive narrative without text-heavy dialogue. You can also try the free demo of Call of the Elder Gods on PS5 if you enjoy narrative-led puzzlers with a Lovecraftian twist. Strategy lovers and long-term planners should install Age of Wonders: Planetfall through PS Plus Extra or Premium for a massive, replayable campaign and multiplayer. Action and horror fans who play online with friends should start with Dead by Daylight via PS Plus Extra; if you like it, consider buying it at its current 60% discount so you keep it forever. Finally, PS Plus Premium users should sample the latest game trials to test new releases without committing your wallet too early.
