Why are games in my PS library locked?

Locked games on your PS5 console? If you see a padlock icon next to a game, it could mean there's a problem with the game's license. If the padlock covers the whole game image, your Family Manager can amend it. To verify that you have the license for the content, please follow the steps below.
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Why is my PS5 not letting me play games?

Why PS5 Can't Start Game or App. A number of factors can cause the "PS5 was unable to launch the game or application" error. For example, it may be a PS5 system software version problem, storage device problem, system software, or game incompatibility problem.
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Why is PS5 asking me to buy a game I already own?

There could be a few reasons why your PS4 games are locked on your PS5 and prompting you to purchase them again: Check if you are using the same PlayStation Network (PSN) account on both your PS4 and PS5 consoles. If you are using different accounts, your games won't transfer over to your new console.
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Why can't i download a game from my library PS4?

Free Up Storage Space. As discussed above, insufficient storage space is one of the common reasons that you can't download purchased games PS4. Under this circumstance, you need to free up your PS4 hard drive timely.
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How do I download games from my library to my PS4?

How to download your games and add-ons from PlayStation Store
  1. Select Sign In at the top right of this page.
  2. Select your avatar at the top right of this page > Game Library > Purchased.
  3. Select the game, and then select Download. On mobile devices, select the download icon.
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Do I have to repurchase PS4 games on PS5?

When using a PS5™ console, you may have the option to upgrade a disc or digital PS4 game to the digital PS5 version. Depending on the game, this upgrade may occur at no additional cost, may require a purchase, and may be available for a limited time.
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Why can't I play my PS4 games on my PS5?

You may have to pay for a next-gen upgrade. Press the button, pay if necessary, and you'll download the PS5 version to your console. If you don't download this upgrade, you'll play the standard PS4 version. Note: you can't play physical PS4 games on a PlayStation 5 All Digital, because it doesn't have a disc tray.
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Do I have to buy my digital games again for PS5?

Digital Games: If you own digital copies of PS4 games, you can access them on your PS5. You will likely need to download them again on your new console, but you won't have to purchase them a second time.
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Why do I have to restore licenses on PS5?

Restoring licenses can be helpful if you're experiencing the following issues: A game has a padlock icon. You can't locate a game or add-on. A game crashes.
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Why is my PlayStation Store this content can't be found?

These messages typically indicates that the product is not available as of yet in your region, an issue with the PlayStation Network Service, or there is a setting on the PlayStation account, such as Parental Controls, that is preventing it's use.
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Are PS5 games account locked?

Like Sony keeps track of all the accounts tied to that system. If it's not registered, all those game tied to that account will be locked on the ps5.
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How do I unlock my PlayStation?

If you forget your password
  1. Select (Account Management) or (PlayStation®Store) under (PlayStation®Network) in the home menu.
  2. Select [Forgot your password?] from the sign-in ID (e-mail address) and password screen.
  3. Enter your sign-in ID (e-mail address) and birth date.
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Why are all my PS4 games locked on PS5?

Locked games on your PS5 console? If you see a padlock icon next to a game, it could mean there's a problem with the game's license. To verify that you have the license for the content, please follow the steps below. Make sure you are signed in to the correct account that was used to buy the game.
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Why won't my PS4 play any games?

Clean the disc with a soft, clean cloth to remove any dirt or prints. Try inserting another game, Blu-ray disc, or DVD. PS4™ consoles can't play burned discs or audio CDs. Access Safe Mode and select option 5 Rebuild Database.
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Will PS6 be backwards compatible?

Good news! Sony are set to announce that the PS6 will launch with PS5 backwards compatibility, letting gamers play their favorite remakes of PS4 ports of PS3 sequels of classic PS2 games, and Knack 3.
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Which PS5 console is better digital or disc?

All PlayStation 5 consoles share the same library of games and the same quality of gameplay, but disc-drive PS5 models give you more control over how you play them. With a disc-drive PS5, games can be played on discs or via digital downloads.
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Can PS5 play PS3 discs?

While the PS5 cannot play PS3 discs directly, a selection of PS3 games can be played digitally.
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What happens when you play PS4 games on PS5?

Unless you're rocking the PS5 Digital Edition, you can also play your physical disc-based PS4 games simply by inserting the disc into your PS5. Yes, it will need to install the game and apply any updates, but it'll play and run just as it did on PS4 - probably just with some nice PS4 benefits.
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How many games can PS5 hold?

Smaller indie games can be as small as a few gigabytes, while big-budget AAA games can be well over 50GB each. 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.
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Can you play games you bought on PlayStation Store on PS5?

Every PS4 and cross-gen game you buy from PlayStation Store will be available in your game library on both PS4 and PS5, ready and waiting for you to download.
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Can you transfer game library from PS4 to PS5?

You'll need both your PS5 and PS4 turned on and connected to the internet over Wi-Fi, or you can connect the two via a LAN connection. Once they're connected, you can simply select all the games currently stored internally on your PS4 to transfer to PS5 or tick those that you want to make the leap.
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