How to download the PS4 version of Battlefield 2042 on PS5?

Does Battlefield 2042 PS4 version work on PS5?

Yes, PS4 games are playable on the PS5, meaning that the PlayStation 5 is backwards compatible with the PS4. This means that you'll be able to download games that you've purchased from the PlayStation Store on PS4 and play them on the PS5.

How do I download a PS4 version of a game on 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.”

Is Battlefield 2042 PS4 to PS5 upgrade free?

EA has announced that players who purchase the standard digital edition of Battlefield 2042 will be able to upgrade from PS4 or Xbox One to new-gen PS5 or Xbox Series X/S versions free of charge.

Is Battlefield 2042 PS4 upgradable?

No option to upgrade ps4 disc version.

Tried to upgrade game, cus of course you can upgrade shader packs.. no, you can't, must buy whole new game.

How to Play PS4 & Xbox to PS5 Crossplay Battlefield 2042 (New Gen & Old Gen Consoles)

What if I bought the wrong version of Battlefield 2042?

If you only bought the Standard Edition by mistake, you can contact our support who can help you get a refund so you can buy the Ultimate Edition instead.

Can I buy a PS4 version game and play it on PS5?

Yes, PS4 games are playable on the PS5, meaning that the PlayStation 5 is backwards compatible with the PS4. This means that you'll be able to download games that you've purchased from the PlayStation Store on PS4 and play them on the PS5.

Can you play PS4 versions of 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.

What if I accidentally downloaded PS4 version of game on PS5?

Re: I bought ps4 version by mistake on my ps5.

@gokere34 Yes PlayStations refund policy is that once a game is downloaded it is not eligible for a refund. Unfortunately yes you will need to buy the PS5 version.

Can I download PS4 Battlefield beta on PS5?

Playable on both PlayStation 5 and PS4, the beta is now available for download. Simply search Battlefield 2042 on PS Store and you should see the free open beta client within the first few results. You can get the beta downloaded and installed starting now, although you won't be able to play quite yet.

Can I delete the PS4 version of a game after upgrading to the PS5 version?

This can take up a lot of space, so you might want to delete the PS4 version to increase your PS5 storage space. To do this, go to Settings > Storage > Console Storage > Games and Apps, go through the list of games, and highlight and delete the PS4 version of the game you just upgraded.

What to do if you buy the wrong version of a game on PS5?

This is the fastest method to refund a game on PS5. Go to the refund requests webpage on the company's support website and click on the "Request Refund" button. Select the reason why you want a refund. We recommend selecting "I've changed my mind", as it will avoid more unnecessary questions.

Can you delete PS4 version of a game after downloading PS5 version?

Can I delete the PS4 version of games after PS5 upgrade? The straightforward answer is yes, you can. Deleting the PS4 version will not interfere with the PS5 version of the game. It will also, just as importantly, stop your hard drive getting clogged up with enormous duplicate game files.

Do I need to keep PS4 version on PS5?

PS5 can play both its own games and PS4 backwards compatible games, which are treated as completely separate applications that each need their full respective room to install.

How do I upgrade my Battlefield 2042 to PS5?

Why does PS5 download both versions?

An old PS5 firmware issue has seemingly resurfaced after a recent update, causing the console to install the PlayStation 4 versions of various PlayStation 5 games. Some people have reported that their PS5 consoles continually try to install the PS4 versions of these titles, specifically off an inserted disc.

Do you have to download both versions of Battlefield 2042?

Yes. If your game is eligible to be upgraded to a next generation console and you go through with the upgrade from Xbox One to Xbox Series X|S, you will still be able to play the game on your Xbox One using your original copy of the game.

Do I have to buy Battlefield 2042 twice?

Re: Do I need to buy BF2042 for PC and XBOX Series X

You will need to buy the game again on different Platform. Battlefield 2042 will includes Cross-Progression and CrossPurchase so your ingame Stats and Purchases (Battle Pass, skins...) will carry over to your other Platform.

Can you upgrade Battlefield 2042 versions?

EA has announced that players who purchase the standard digital edition of Battlefield 2042 will be able to upgrade from PS4 or Xbox One to new-gen PS5 or Xbox Series X/S versions free of charge.

Can I downgrade my PS4 version?

No, you cannot. The rescue code in the PS4's firmware checks the current version in its flash ROM, which is updated every time the base OS is, to prevent users from downgrading the OS to an older version.

How do I download an older version of a game on PS5?

Sign in to PlayStation.com and select My PlayStation > Game Library, or open PlayStation App and select Game Library > Purchased. Select the game you want to download from your purchased list and select Download. Select which linked PS5 console or PS4 console you would like to download to.

What to do if you accidentally buy PS4 version of 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.

Why can't I download a game I bought on PS5?

If your PS5's storage is full or doesn't have enough space to download a new game, then the download will not finish. Ensure your PS5 has enough storage capacity to download the game: Select Settings. Select Storage.

How do I turn backwards compatibility on PS5?

How does backwards compatibility work on the PS5? It's very simple! All you need to do is put the disc in and it will play straight away. Digital purchases will also work on both, which will obviously be the only way to take advantage of backwards compatibility if you opt for the digital-only version of the console.