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Do you have to buy PS5 games again?

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. An internet connection is required.
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Do I have to rebuy my games on PS5?

If you have a PS5, you can play (almost) every PS4 game. If you have the disc version of the PS5, you can use the PS4 disc, and if you own the game digitally, it would work on either version of the PS5.
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Do I need to rebuy PS4 games on PS5?

You can also upgrade to PS5 versions if you have a physical PS4 game, as long as you bought the PS5 with a disc drive. You'll always need to use the PS4 disc to play the PS5 version; upgrading doesn't get you a free digital copy of the game.
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Can I play games I bought on PS4 on PS5?

The PS5 is backwards compatible with PS4 software, so this means both physical and digital software will work on the current-gen system. Assuming you're using the same PSN account on PS5, you will have access to all of your PS4 purchases from the PlayStation Store.
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Do I have to rebuy Minecraft for PS5?

Do I Need to Buy Minecraft Again? If you haven't played for a while or you've switched devices, you do not have to buy Minecraft again. If you need to download the game again, visit our Download page and follow the instructions for the version you prefer (or all of them, if you want).
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Why are my games locked on PS5?

The PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation 5 have a lock symbol on some of their games. This is because they are not in your library, so you cannot play them. To remove the lock symbol, go to settings and select System Storage Management.
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Why is Minecraft telling me I need to buy it again?

It could be one of two (or maybe more, IDK) reasons: 1: You bought Minecraft on a different account than the one that you tried to log in with. 2: You tried to use a different edition of Minecraft than the one that you bought.
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Which games won t work on PS5?

PS5-Incompatible PS4 Games
  • Assassin's Creed Syndicate*
  • Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India*
  • Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China*
  • Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia*
  • Risk*
  • Star Trek Bridge Crew*
  • Werewolves Within*
  • Space Junkies*
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Can you transfer disc games from PS4 to PS5?

To upgrade an eligible PS4 game on disc to the digital PS5 version, you will need a PS5 console with a disc drive. PS4 game discs can't be used with the PlayStation®5 Digital Edition. Sign in to your existing account on your PS5 console (or create an account). Insert the eligible PS4 game disc.
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What makes PS5 better than PS4?

The PS5 has some clear upgrades over the PS4, including a more powerful graphics performance, faster loading times and superior cooling. But it also has a few drawbacks too, with the cumbersome design and increased price likely putting many gamers off.
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What happens to PS4 games on PS5?

The PlayStation®5 console is backward compatible with the overwhelming majority of PlayStation®4 games. That means an amazing collection of thousands of PS4™ games can be played on your PS5™ console.
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How do I upgrade my PS4 games to PS5?

If you want to upgrade a digital PS4 game to PS5, search for your PS4 game either in the PlayStation Store or your game library under the “Your Collection” tab. Once you find the game, select it to enter its hub and then select the upgrade offer, just as you would with the physical version. Then select “Download.”
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Can you have both a PS4 and PS5 version of a game?

Yes. But keep in mind you have a small 667GB drive (after the reserved space) so if you have both the PS4 and PS5 games on your console that's actually 2 separate games which means you have 2 full games installed for 1 game taking double the HDD space.
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How does buying PS5 games work?

Go to your Games home and select PlayStation Store. Search or scroll to find content. To make a purchase, select the price, accept the terms, and then select Order & Pay. To download, select the game you purchased in either PlayStation Store or Library, then select Download.
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What do I do if I accidentally bought a PS5 game?

After purchasing this type of content through PlayStation Store, you have 14 days from purchase to request a refund. If you have started to download or stream the purchased content you will not be eligible for a refund unless the content is faulty. To request a refund for this type of content, please contact us.
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How do I transfer purchased games to my 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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Is PS5 worth it?

Now more than ever, Sony's latest console is worth your investment and there has never been a better time to upgrade. 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.
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Can PS5 digital play disc games?

The PS5 currently comes in two versions: one with a disc drive built in and a “Digital edition” that can't read discs, even if you plug a USB drive into it.
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Is a PS5 Pro coming?

Some rumours have suggested that the PS5 Pro will launch as early as June 2023. But given the stock issues of the original PS5, many are predicting a more conservative release date of late 2023.
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What is the problem with PS5?

This is due to an apparent design flaw related to the liquid metal layer between the PlayStation 5's APU chip and heat sink. The liquid metal is prone to leaking when the PS5 is left sitting upright for an extended period. When users stand the PS5 vertically, liquid metal may start to move or seep out.
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Why won't my PS5 let me play a game?

"if this error occurs after launching a game, delete the game in which the errors occurs in from settings>storage and reinstall the game." have you tried uninstalling the PS5 games that are having this issue? "Start your PS5 in safe mode and perform "5. rebuild database .".
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Does PS5 work with old games?

The PlayStation®5 console is backward compatible with the overwhelming majority of PlayStation®4 games. That means an amazing collection of thousands of PS4™ games can be played on your PS5™ console.
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Why is Minecraft saying I don't own the game?

I signed in to the launcher with my Microsoft account, but it says I don't own Minecraft: Java Edition. Check the following: Confirm that you're signing in to the same Microsoft account you used to migrate your Mojang account. Make sure that you're not signing in with your Mojang account.
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Is buying Minecraft a one time purchase?

Buying Minecraft

Players must have a Minecraft Account to play Minecraft. This requires a one-time purchase for the account. The account has to be compatible with the device. Example: Pocket Edition for iOS and Android; PC version for computer.
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Do you have to repurchase Minecraft?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again. Download the launcher from this link: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftI...
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