Unlock the PS5 Pro Welcome Hub: A Hidden Feature to Upgrade Your Gaming Experience

January 25, 2026 Rachel Kim – Technology Editor Technology

The PlayStation 5 Pro is a powerful console, and currently the moast powerful on the market (significantly exceeding the nonetheless excellent switch 2 in raw power) – but it also has many options to explore after setup.

If you’ve recently purchased a PS5 Pro,or have had one as launch and wont to get more from it,there are several tweaks you can make,from ensuring your VRR (variable refresh rate) settings are correct to enabling enhanced performance for backwards-compatible PS4 games.

One feature many people might overlook is the welcome hub, added by Sony in a software update a couple of years ago. When set up correctly, it can be a great way to access information when you turn on your console.