Hidden capture option quietly fills consoles over time
Summary
– PS5 automatically records video clips for every trophy earned
– Disabling trophy auto-recording can reclaim significant storage
– Users can customize or limit recordings instead of removing them entirely
Many PlayStation 5 owners struggle with storage space, even years into the console’s lifecycle. A major reason is a default setting that quietly records a video clip every time a trophy is earned, often without users realizing how much space those files consume.
Over time, these short gameplay recordings can accumulate quickly, especially for players who consistently earn trophies across multiple games. For many users, the clips remain unwatched while still occupying valuable internal storage that could otherwise be used for new downloads.
The fix is straightforward and takes only a moment. By heading into Settings, selecting Captures and Broadcasts, and navigating to the Trophies section, players can turn off automatic recording entirely. This prevents new trophy clips from being saved going forward.
For those who want more control rather than a full shutdown, the system offers several customization options. Users can reduce clip length, lower capture resolution, or limit recordings to specific trophy tiers such as platinum achievements only.
While existing clips must still be deleted manually, adjusting this setting can slow down future storage loss and make room for additional games. It is a minor adjustment that can have a significant impact on long-term PS5 storage management.
