The new update also improves the overall stability of the platform

Oct 31, 2012 12:28 GMT  ·  By

The PlayStation 3 team at Sony says that it has launched a new firmware update for the home console, designed to improve the stability for the device and to fix a number of issues linked to Monster Hunter Portable 3rd HD.

On the official forum, Tempest_Fire, the community manager in charge of digital platforms, says, “This is not a mandatory update. However, we suggest you keep your systems updated with the latest firmware, as these updates further improve overall system stability and help provide you with the best online entertainment experience possible.”

In order to apply the update, gamers will have to access the XMB, then choose the Settings tab, move to System Update and Update via Internet.

Sony recently updated the PlayStation 3 to firmware 4.30, which is mandatory, and changed some core elements of the home console, eliminating support for Folding@Home.