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Questions tagged [ps5]

This tag should only be used if the question is about the Playstation 5 operating system or hardware, or a game feature truly unique to the PS5.

The Playstation 5 (often shortened to PS5) is a 9th generation video game console first released on November 12th, 2020. It was developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment and is the successor to the Playstation 4.

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What's the best way to redeem a Collectors Edition on PS5?

I preordered the (physical) Collectors Edition of "Horizon: Forbidden West" for my son for Christmas, and it should get here soon. I understand that it doesn't come with a physical disc (which is disappointing, but it is what it is) but with a code…
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How can my child request access to a restricted game on the PS5?

My son got a PS5 for Christmas, and I’ve set him up an online account and profile on the console. Everything I’ve read says that to play a game rated older than his age, he can request it. So far, all we’ve tried is Spider-Man Remastered (which is a…
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Using the Steam Deck as a PS5 controller

I recently made the switch from my PS5 to the Steam Deck, and I've gotten very used to having the paddles and controller layout of the Deck. However, I haven't been able to get great performance on some of my favorite games, and I'm thinking about…
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How can my Logitech G432 headset render 3D when plugged to the PS5?

I've recently bought a PS5 and I was planning to buy a Pulse 3D headset to benefit the most from the system. But before that, by curiosity, I plugged my Logitech G432 headset to the system and got granted an impressive 3D audio rendering from…
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Are the confirm and cancel buttons swapped on Japanese PS5?

The PlayStation controller was originally designed with Circle as the confirm button and Cross as the cancel button in mind. This was flipped around for the West, because of the questionable idea that Westerners associate a cross with a checkbox. In…
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What trophies can be viewed on each PlayStation platform?

Recently, I was looking through my trophy list on my PS4, and noticed that my PS5 trophies weren't listed, even though older systems' trophies like PS3 and PSVita were. This made me curious - what trophy lists are supported on which PlayStation…
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Can Fortnite Vbucks cards be used on any console?

My son has multiple consoles linked to his Fortnite account. I just bought him a Vbucks card from Walmart, does it matter what console I pick? If I click Nintendo Switch, can he spend them on the Playstation?
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Do PS4 games still get a performance upgrade on PS5 if run from external storage?

The PlayStation 5 (PS5) has the option to run PlayStation 4 (PS4) games from an external USB drive to save space on the main drive for more intensive PS5 games, which can only be run from the internal storage itself. Several PS4 games I own have…
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Padlock on a downloaded PS5 game

So, I bought a PS4 game in 2017 that was removed from the PlayStation Store a few years later. It doesn’t even show up in my transaction history, weirdly enough, and I obviously don’t have the order number, since it has been so long. I moved it to…
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Jedi Survivor Deluxe Edition: access bonus content from other local accounts?

My son pre-ordered Jedi Survivor: Deluxe Edition on PS5 through the PlayStation Store. I guess he bought it through my account as it’s the “parent” account, and his is a child’s account. He can access the game just fine, but all the bonus content…
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Is there a true PS5 version of GTA 5?

I purchased the remastered version of Grand Theft Auto 5 for the PS4 Pro. My question has two parts: Is there any difference between the a) remastered version of GTA 5 for the PS4/PS4 Pro and a b) "PS5" GTA 5 If there is a difference, does my…
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PS Plus Collection - what is it and how do I access it?

I’ve signed up for PS Plus Essential which includes the Playstion Plus Collection: According to Sony’s own website, this includes a list of games: However, taking the first game on that list as an example - Bloodborne - the PlayStation app tells…
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Backing up PS4 game data to external USB drive - missing a critical step?

A few months ago I followed a guide in the official Sony page Back up and restore PS4 data with external storage device. It claims this will backup all adult and child accounts. It all seemed to work fine. Yesterday we finally got our PS5, and I was…
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Do games for some PlayStation versions work for other PlayStation versions?

AS an example, a game was made in the era of PS2. But then, you get a PS4. Can you play the PS2 game on PS4 or a PS4 game on PS2? P.S. The PlayStation versions were just an example and purely coincidental. Please consider all PlayStations in your…
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Does the PS4 Pro have any features that the PS5 doesn't?

I've been considering getting a PS5 for a while now. I currently have a PS4 Pro; if I end up getting a PS5, is there any reason to keep the PS4 Pro? Are there any features it includes which the PS5 doesn't?
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