You know the pain of slow download speeds as a gamer content creator. Sitting around waiting for a game to download can be torture, especially when file sizes are mammoth and updates are constant. But fear not, my fellow gamers, for I have a secret trick that might double your download speeds.

Fellow gamers, take note: while this trick won’t be applicable for everyone, it’s worth checking if you’re already using it. Make sure your console is connected to a Wi-Fi network using a 5GHz band, rather than a 2.4GHz band. This switch can lead to a significant improvement in network speed, which is crucial for faster download speeds.

Here’s how to turn on 5GHz on your PS5: navigate to “Settings” and click on “Network.” Then, find “Set Up Internet Connection” and select your current network under “Registered Networks.” Click “Options” and “Forget Network.”

Next, press Triangle to “Scan Networks” and locate your network to sign in. After you connect to your network, press Options and select “Wi-Fi Frequency” before setting it to 5GHz.

Go back one screen and select “Connection Status” and “View Connection Status” to make sure your PS5 is using 5GHz. Finally, test the speeds via “Connection Status” and “Test Internet Connection” to see the improvement.

As a fellow gamer, I know how frustrating slow download speeds can be. But with this trick, you might be able to double your download speeds and get back to gaming faster than ever before. Remember, your mileage may vary based on a variety of factors, and there’s a chance this will only be applicable if you were already on 5GHz.