Will I lose my game progress if I get a new PS4?

When you transfer data, all data saved on your new PS4™ system is deleted. This process cannot be undone, so be sure to back up the data to a USB storage device and sync your trophies with PlayStation™Network servers in advance. For details, see “Back Up and Restore”.
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Does PS4 save game progress?

If you're playing a downloaded PlayStation Plus game, the saved data is saved to the console storage of your PS5™ console or PS4™ console.
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Will I lose my games if I reset my PS4?

Before factory resetting, it's important to remember to back up all save data you may have before initiating the process. Factory resetting the PlayStation will erase all of your data from your system, and not backing up your save data will result in you having to start your games from scratch.
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Do you lose game progress from PS4 to PS5?

You can copy PS4 game saved data from your source console to a USB drive, and then use the USB drive to copy the data to your destination console. If you already have saved data for the same game on your PS5 console, you can replace it with the saved data from your USB drive.
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Can I save progress on PS4 and PS5?

Navigate to Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings > Saved Data (PS4) and select USB Drive. Select Copy to Console Storage. Once the files are copied, you should be able to access your PS4 save files on PS5.
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How to Recover Lost Game Progress on PS5 Console (Cloud Storage)

Does PS4 have cloud saves?

For PS4 games, data is automatically uploaded to your cloud storage, but will need to be manually downloaded to PS5 console storage.
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How do I reset my PlayStation without losing games?

Make sure you don't erase any important data by mistake.
  1. Go to Settings > System > Back Up and Restore.
  2. Insert the USB drive that contains the backup into your PS4 console.
  3. Select Restore PS4.
  4. Select the backup file you'd like to restore.
  5. Select Yes to restore.
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How do I transfer data from PS4 to PS4?

If it is the first time you are using this system, you will be prompted with the Transfer Data from Another PS4 option right after signing in with your account. If it's not the first time you are using the system go to Settings > System > Transfer Data from Another PS4 and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Does deleting a game on PS4 delete it on all accounts?

To answer directly on your question, the answer is No. Your sibling's account will not be deleted if you are going to delete a game from your account.
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Why did my PS4 delete everything?

When you initialize your system, all settings and information saved on the PS4™ system are deleted. This process cannot be undone, so be sure not to delete any important data by mistake. Deleted data cannot be restored. Do not turn off the PS4™ system during initialization.
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How do I recover my PS4 games?

Method 1. Restore Deleted or Lost PS4 Hard Drive Games from Cloud Saves
  1. Go to "Settings" > click "Application Saved Data Management".
  2. Tab "Saved Data in Online Storage" > "Download to System Storage".
  3. Select and check relative games that you saved in Online Storage > click "Download".
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How do I restore my database on PS4?

Turn your PS4 off completely. Then hold the power button on the PS4, it'll beep once as normal but keep holding the power button until it beeps 3 times. The PS4 will turn on in safe mode, and you'll be prompted to plug in and turn on your controller. A list of options will come up, one of which is Rebuild Database.
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Can I transfer my game progress?

Part 1: Transfer Game Progress from Android to Android via Cloud. In Android phones, the easiest way to transfer game progress to new phone Android is using Google Play Games. It is a Google Cloud service used by many games to store game progress, achievements, etc.
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How do I merge PS4 accounts?

Log in to your PSN account. Navigate to Settings>Combine Accounts. Once there, click on “Add Another Account.”
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How to transfer games from one account to another on the same PS4?

You cannot transfer PS4 games between accounts. If you want the games split between two separate account, you will have to buy the games again unfortunately.
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What is the fastest way to transfer PS4 data?

Transfer your data over your Wi-Fi network

The fastest (and easiest) way to transfer PlayStation data is with a network connection.
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How long does it take to transfer data from one PlayStation to another?

Depending on the data size, this transfer may take several hours. You might want to initiate it before bed that night or work the following day. Step 1: Update your PS4 and PS5 to the latest system software.
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How do I transfer PS4 saves to a new hard drive?

  1. Step 1: Turn on TV and PS4.
  2. Step 2: Insert External Drive. ...
  3. Step 3: In the Main Menu, Go to "Settings"
  4. Step 4: Click on "Application Saved Data Management"
  5. Step 5: Select "Saved Data in System Storage"
  6. Step 6: Select "Copy to USB Storage Device"
  7. Step 7: Select Game to Copy.
  8. Step 8: Wait Until Transfer Is Complete.
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Does resetting console delete games?

“Reset and remove everything.” This option will return the console to its original state, wiping out all your personal information, games, apps, and customized settings.
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Can I redownload PS4 games after factory reset?

If you factory reset your PS4 you will indeed lose your installed games. To get them back simply sign into your PSN account again and download them from the store again if they were digital purchases. If they were physical copies simply put the game in the system and it will begin downloading the updates.
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Where is PS4 data saved?

To manage your PlayStation®4 console storage, go to Settings > Application Saved Data Management. If you would like to access an application's PlayStation®Plus online storage save data from the content launcher or Library, highlight the application, press the OPTIONS button, and select Upload/Download.
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Is PS4 data saved on disc?

Saved data is stored in PS4™ system storage.
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Can you recover deleted PS4 saves?

PS4 offers many ways to bring back your data, including saved games. One of those is: Choose Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in Online Storage. Go for Download to System Storage and select what you want to restore from your online backups.
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Can I play the same saved game on PS4 and PS5?

To bring a save game from the PS4 to PS5, if you have an active PlayStation Plus subscription, you can use the cloud save storage to get your save game over to the PS5. The manual old-school method is that you copy the saves from a PS4 to an USB stick and import them onto your PlayStation 5. Fingers crossed!
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