Yes, good graphics are great. But gaming on the PS5 is only really fun if the sound is good too. To make this happen, Sony offers a practical feature that is supposed to give you a surround sound experience even with the speakers integrated into your TV. But that doesn’t work for everyone.

PS5 feature: 3D audio for TV speakers

4K resolution, HDR, 120 Hz – the PS5 has a lot to offer when it comes to visuals. But when bullets are flying and grenades are exploding on the screen, the sound has to be right too.

In order for the audio backdrop to match the picture, you cannot avoid a corresponding sound setup, but anyone who currently only uses the integrated speakers of his televisionwith a bit of luck, you can also squeeze a little more surround feeling out of your TV with the help of your PS5.

In the PS5 sound settings, there is the option to set up 3D audio for TV speakers. You can find the corresponding setting under “Settings” → “Sound” → “3D audio for TV speakers”.

In order to use the function properly, you have to ensure that it is, in the best case, hardly any disturbing ambient noise Now grab your PS5 controller, make sure that its integrated microphone activated is, sit down where you always sit when gaming and start the process.

Your TV will now play some sound clips, which will be recorded by your PS5 controller. Based on these recordings, the sound reproduction will be adjusted so that it appears more spatial. After completing the setup, you can test Switch between 3D audio or normal stereo soundto compare the two options.

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PS5 players report: 3D audio doesn’t always sound better

But should everyone who plays with internal TV speakers immediately go into the settings and blindly activate 3D audio? No. In various forums, many players report that they find the PS5’s 3D audio soundscape worse compared to the normal stereo mix. Words like “tinny” or “dull” are used.

As with many things in life, the same applies to audio: That’s a matter of tasteSome gamers may not like the PS5’s 3D audio mix, but others find it much better.

What PS5 players should note: The 3D audio function for TV speakers should not can be used if you already have connected a soundbar – because the function is simply not designed for that. But of course you can still try.

By the way: The PS5 also offers the same function for headsetsThis might also be worth a try if you want to give your stereo headset a bit more spatial sound.