What happens to my PS4 when I get a PS5?

Everything bought on the account you sign in with will be ready to re-download. If you have PlayStation + your cloud saves will be ready to be downloaded. No actual files will be present on the new console. You will have to download your games and remember PS5 games can only be run from the SSD.
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What happens to my PS4 games when I get a PS5?

For any titles that are installed to a PS4 external hard drive, all you need to do is unplug the drive from your PS4 and plug it into your PS5. No conversion or reformatting needed, you're straight into enjoying PS5 backwards compatibility.
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Will my PS4 purchases transfer to PS5?

To transfer your PS4 games and saved data to a PS5: Connect both consoles to the same Wi-Fi network wirelessly or with a LAN cable. Also, make sure you're signed into the same PlayStation account. Navigate to Settings > System > System Software > Data Transfer > Continue on your PS5.
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What do I do with my PS4 after I get a PS5?

Play PS4 games on PS5 with backwards compatibility

All your digital PS4 games from PlayStation Store will be available via your game library as soon as you sign in on either console, and with PlayStation Plus cloud storage** you can easily take your save game files from PS4 to PS5 (and back again).
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Is it worth getting a PS5 if you have a PS4?

The PS5 offers a substantial upgrade in nearly every way over the standard PS4, which is now over 10 years old. The quality of PS5 games, full support for 4K media, faster loading times, and extra features like haptic feedback make the PS5 more than worth the upgrade for current PS4 owners.
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Will PS5 price drop in 2024?

Sony isn't planning a PS5 price cut in the future, despite the console entering its fourth year on sale.
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Will there be a PS6?

Based on a 2021 job listing from Sony that suggests the development of a new console, we can assume that the PS6 release date will be around 2026.
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Should I keep my PS4 or buy a PS5?

The PS4 still delivers clear and precise gameplay imaging suitable for all PS4 games. But if you'd like to play games with more detail or faster movement, the PS5 will most likely be a better fit. And with the right gaming TV, the PS5 can even produce a video output in 4K or 8K.
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What do I need to know before switching from PS4 to PS5?

Getting ready for your PS5™ console
  1. Install PlayStation App.
  2. Find new games.
  3. Install games on extended storage.
  4. Edit your account.
  5. PS4 to PS5 data transfer.
  6. Create family accounts.
  7. Upgrade a child account to an adult account.
  8. Create an account.
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Why should I keep PS4?

Even though their tech is outdated, older games consoles charm us in ways that modern ones can't, inducing nostalgia. You might not gel with the PS5, or you could lose interest in truly modern gaming. Regardless, your PS4 will always be there, waiting for you to recapture some treasured moments.
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Is it worth it to buy a PS5?

If you prioritize top-tier performance, first-party exclusives, and are comfortable with current availability and game options, the PS5 is a worthy purchase. However, if you prefer immediate availability, a wider game library, or prioritize value-for-money, consider other options like the Xbox Series X or PC gaming.
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Should you buy a PS5 now?

Everything about the PS5 screams next-gen. From its outlandish but sleek design, comfortable DualSense controller, and stellar 4K graphics, the PS5 is a major upgrade over the PS4. Thanks to far more readily available stock, too, it is now the right time to buy a PS5.
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Do you need the disc after installing a PS5 game?

If you buy a game for PlayStation 5 on disc, then yes, you absolutely need the disc. The game will not play without the disc in the drive. Same as with games on the PlayStation 4. Why is it that when I put a game's disc onto my PS5, the game has to be installed even if the disc has the entire game in it?
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Can you have a PS4 and PS5 on the same account?

Same account on a PS4 and PS5 can play games, if you play a PS5 game on a new console. Playing old PS4 games on the PS5 is not available, as the system log in as PS4.
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Do I have to keep both PS4 and PS5 versions of a game?

The PS5 upgrade will be a separate download and installation from the PS4 version, and once it's installed, you will be able to play the upgraded version of the game on your PS5 without needing the PS4 version.
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Which PS4 games Cannot be played on PS5?

What PS4 games will not work on PS5?
  • Afro Samurai 2 Revenge of Kuma Volume One.
  • Hitman Go: Definitive Edition.
  • Just Deal With It!
  • Robinson: The Journey.
  • Shadwen.
  • We Sing.
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Do people still play PS4?

For now, PS4 continues to have a robust user base of approximately 92 million, according to data from headphonesaddict.com.
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Will the PS6 have a disc drive?

The PS6 will probably be either digital-only or require a separate disc drive. Every system going forward will default digital, with a small chance of physical, by Ps7 for sure, the physical medias gone, Ps6, might still hold on to it.
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How much will a PS6 cost?

While we wait to hear a potential release window, Sony is likely to stick to its traditional six to seven-year console lifecycle. The pricing of the PS6 remains uncertain, but if true to form, a range of $399 to $599 seems likely.
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What is better Xbox or PS5?

Overall, there are more PS5 games than there are Xbox Series X games, but both next-gen consoles offer immersive gaming experiences and redefine what is possible in the gaming world. When looking at Xbox X vs. PS5 in terms of games, several factors come into play, including: Exclusive titles.
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What does ps 6 look like?

Straight lines, incredibly wide curves, and signature blue lighting define the PS6 concept's design, combining the best of the PS5 and the PS3 into one superlative package. The upper profile sports a boat-shaped design, which works incredibly well in creating the illusion of slimness.
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Is PS5 Slim cheaper?

PS5 Slim vs. PS5: Price

For whatever reason, Sony has elected to not drop the prices of the new PS5 models. The PS5 Slim with a disc drive is still $499, while the PS5 Slim without a disc drive is, maddeningly, $449 — or a $50 increase over the original digital-only console.
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Do PS5 go on sale?

It's rare to find a cheap PS5, but it's not unheard of. Most deals we see are PlayStation 5 bundles with video games or other entertainment gear like TVs, but in the past, we've seen the standard PS5 console itself drop down to as low as $450 — which is a $50 discount.
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Will PS5 be replaced?

When is the PS5 slim release date? The new models will go on sale in November in the US, and come to more countries in the following months. Ultimately, the plan is to discontinue the original PS5 once it sells out, and replace it with the new console.
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How many games can PS5 hold?

Some particularly large titles, especially after updates and expansions, can reach or exceed 100GB. As a rough estimate, a 2TB SSD could hold approximately 40 to 50 games on your PS5. However, keep in mind that some games will be larger and some games will be smaller.
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