Is It Bad to Leave Your PS5 in Rest Mode?
My PS5 lives in rest mode, and it's been perfectly fine. It's super handy for keeping my games updated and quickly resuming play. Just keep an eye out for power outages.
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Some folks worry about power surges, but honestly, Sony designed it to handle rest mode. So, you're good to go!
Nope, it's not bad! Rest mode actually saves power and allows for quick startups. Plus, your downloads and updates continue in the background. Just make sure to keep the system well-ventilated!
Here's my hot take: I always turn it off completely. Might be overly cautious, but I prefer playing it safe.
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