PS5 Relapse Jailbreak Released for Firmware 7.00 to 13.60
- A newly released exploit chain named Relapse allows unauthorized code execution on PlayStation 5 consoles running system software versions 7.00 through 13.60.
- Relapse functions on PS5 consoles operating on firmware versions 7.00 to 13.60, but it does not support version 14.00, which Sony released on September 16, 2026.
- The project repository explicitly markets the code for research and educational purposes while warning that it does not endorse piracy.
A newly released exploit chain named Relapse allows unauthorized code execution on PlayStation 5 consoles running system software versions 7.00 through 13.60. Published publicly on GitHub under an MIT license, the project by researchers Nathan Fargo and ApolloHB combines two distinct exploits to load ELF files, enabling homebrew applications and custom payloads. The release coincides with an ongoing legal dispute in which Sony argues that digital game buyers do not reasonably own their purchases.
Firmware Compatibility and Execution Limits
Relapse functions on PS5 consoles operating on firmware versions 7.00 to 13.60, but it does not support version 14.00, which Sony released on September 16, 2026. The jailbreak is non-persistent, meaning users must re-run the exploit procedure after every system restart to maintain access to its functions. According to project documentation reported by Decrypt, the process involves modifying the console’s DNS settings and launching the exploit via the user guide interface. The WebKit stage can require multiple attempts, and the kernel phase carries risks of system freezes or panics.
Risks and Legal Context Surrounding Digital Ownership
The project repository explicitly markets the code for research and educational purposes while warning that it does not endorse piracy. However, executing unofficial payloads exposes users to system instability, data loss, and account suspensions or bans. The timing of the jailbreak aligns with a consumer lawsuit filed in June 2026 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, where four plaintiffs allege that Sony’s storefront misleadingly implies ownership through “Buy Now” buttons. On August 21, 2026, Sony countered in court filings that reasonable consumers understand digital games are licensed rather than sold.