A recent PS5 jailbreak method reportedly only works on firmware versions 7.00 to 13.60 and is incompatible with version 14.00.00, which Sony deployed on September 16. The modifications must be reapplied after the console is shut down or restarted.
To maintain compatibility with this method, players may need to stay on older system software. This could prevent newer games that require firmware updates from running, and may also affect access to official game patches, downloadable content, and online services.
This method requires reapplication after every shutdown or restart, making it impractical for smooth daily gameplay. Modifying the console's system may also cause data corruption or prevent the console from booting, while warranty issues and downloading files from unverified sources pose additional risks.