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Does updating PS4 delete games?

Does updating my PS4 delete my current games? If you are asking about system update, no it does not erase your games.
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Will I lose everything if I delete and redownload a game on PS4?

There are multiple ways to free up storage when installing a new game. If you would like to install the game to the PS4™ console storage, you may need to delete some applications. Don't worry, you won't lose access to any deleted games — you can redownload the application from your Library whenever you like.
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Will the PS4 update and download games in rest mode?

Your PS4™ system automatically downloads update files for games and other applications. To download while in rest mode, select (Settings) > [Power Save Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode] and then select the checkbox for [Stay Connected to the Internet].
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Can you recover deleted PS4 saves?

Follow the below tutorial steps to restore your lost PS4 hard drive games right now: Go to "Settings" > click "Application Saved Data Management". Tab "Saved Data in Online Storage" > "Download to System Storage". Select and check relative games that you saved in Online Storage > click "Download".
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How do I get more storage on my PS4 without deleting games?

Upgrade hard drive to bigger disk(without deleting games) At last, when the storage space of your PS4 is not enough, you can consider upgrading hard drive to bigger disk, like replace PS4 hard drive with an SSD.
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What to do when PS4 storage is full?

Select (Settings) > [Storage].
  1. [Extended Storage] appears when a USB storage device formatted for use as extended storage is connected to your PS4™ system. ...
  2. To delete content, select the content in [System Storage] or [Extended Storage], press the OPTIONS button, and then select [Delete].
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What do I do when my PS4 says storage is full?

So, deleting the saves of the games you won't play anymore on regular basis can free up much space for your console. Head to “Settings” > “Application Saved Data Management” > “Saved Data in System Storage” > “Delete”.
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Why did all my games disappear on ps4?

No user is insured from the loss of PS4 files. This can occur due to a voltage drop, such as a sudden power outage. A very common cause is a loss of communication with the server or a bad Internet connection.
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How do I get my old game data back?

Some games autosave your progress when you're signed in with Google Play Games Mobile App. If your game autosaves, you can sync your game data and pick up where you left off. If you get a new Android phone, to restore game progress, sign in to the same account you used before.
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What is rest mode PS4?

When your PS4™ system is in rest mode, it keeps operating, but at a lower power consumption. You can set the system to download files and charge a controller while it's in rest mode. You can put your PS4™ system in rest mode using any of these methods.
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Is copying faster in rest mode?

Yes. They will continue to copy in rest mode. I've tested it myself. It will also move a little faster in rest mode if you ask me.
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How can I make my PS4 download faster?

How to Speed Up Slow PS4 Downloads
  1. Close Any Background Applications. ...
  2. Put Your System Into Rest Mode. ...
  3. Pause and Resume the Download. ...
  4. Improve Wi-Fi Performance, or Use Ethernet. ...
  5. Stop Downloads on Other Devices. ...
  6. Try Changing Your DNS Settings. ...
  7. Consider Your Home Network Speed and Equipment.
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Do you lose downloaded games on PS4?

Do I still get to keep the game on my PlayStation account? The game is already saved onto your PS4 so you can just continue the download. The play store should also have a record of your purchase so you can redownload it at any time.
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Does reinstalling PS4 software delete everything?

Important! Reinstalling your console's system software deletes all data on your console. Selecting this option should be the last step when troubleshooting.
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Are games saved on PS4?

PlayStation Plus online storage lets you save your game progress to the cloud and pick up your adventures on any other console with that game installed. You can save up to 100 GB of PS4 saved data and 100 GB of PS5 saved data. The number of PS4 saved data files you can store is limited to 1000.
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Why can't i redownload my PS4 games?

Account issue: To download a game smoothly, make sure that you use the same account as you used to purchase the game. System software bugs or errors: If there is an error or bug with the PS4 system software, you may encounter the PS4 not downloading games issue.
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How many years will PS4 get games?

It will be about 1 to 2 years before official developers stop making PS4 games - Making the Playstation open for homebrew. FIFA19 was released on PlayStation3 in 2018, that's the last PS3 game released that I know of while PS4 was out.
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How many games does PS4 have in total?

This is a list of games that were released for the PlayStation 4 console. There are currently 3289 games across both lists.
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Does PS4 automatically save to cloud?

The data for any PS4 games you select will be automatically saved to your Online Storage cloud whenever your computer is turned on or in rest mode.
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Does initializing PS4 delete games?

Notices. 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.
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Why does my PS4 say I don't have enough space when I do?

If you're trying to download a game, or even just an update for a game you already have installed, your PS4 might tell you there's not enough free space in system storage. It's possible your hard drive is simply too full, and you legitimately have used up all possible room.
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What can I delete on my PS4 for more storage?

Delete Games and Apps

To see exactly how much space each game is taking up, head to Settings > System Storage Management > Applications. To delete one or more games, press the “Options” button on your controller and select “Delete”. Select the games you want to delete and select the “Delete” button.
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What to do when your storage is almost full?

  1. Close apps that don't respond. Android manages the memory that apps use. You don't usually need to close apps. ...
  2. Uninstall apps you don't use. If you uninstall an app and need it later, you can download it again. ...
  3. Clear the app's cache & data. You can usually clear an app's cache and data through your phone's Settings app.
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How many GB is the PS4?

The console includes a 2.5" 500 GB, 1 TB or 2 TB hard drive, which can be upgraded by the user.
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