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Why are my PS4 games locked on my PS4?

Why Are My Games Locked on PS4. The primary PS4 stores licenses on the machine and you don't have to revalidate constantly. It means that the lock icon won't appear forever. If you use a secondary PS4, you are required to get an active Internet connection to validate the license.
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Why are my PS4 games locked when offline?

Sony stores this license on a server. So, you need to be online to play your digital games so that Sony can verify that you have the license to play that game.
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Why are my games locked when I have PS Plus?

Redeeming PS Plus Extra/Premium Games May Override PS Plus Essential Games Licenses. If you're finding your PS Plus games locked despite redeeming them prior to the service's revamp, then this might be why: your PS Plus Extra or Premium subscription overrode the game's Essential license.
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Why can't I play games I bought on PS4?

The digital game must have been bought on a secondary account, it can only be played cross-account if bought on a primary account or is on disk. It's because that other account owns the game but you have to own it on your main account.
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How do I restore licenses on PS4?

How to restore PlayStation Store licenses
  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Restore Licenses.
  2. Select Restore.
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How To Unlock Locked Games On PS4

Why wont PlayStation let me download a game?

Check you have enough storage space for your game. To find the required free space for the game, go to PlayStation Store on your console, select the game and scroll down to the Details section.
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How do I turn off game restrictions on PS4?

From the Home screen, scroll up to “Settings” and select it by pressing the X button to reach the following:
  1. Select “PS4 System Restrictions.”
  2. Select “Default Parental Controls.”
  3. Select “Age Level for Games” and then choose a restriction level.
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How do I make my PS4 my primary?

The PS4™ system you use to sign in to PlayStation™Network for the first time is automatically activated as your primary PS4™ system. To activate your system after you first sign in, select (Settings) > [Account Management] > [Activate as Your Primary PS4] > [Activate].
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What does temporarily disable PS4 system restrictions do?

If you don't want to permanently turn off the PS4's parental controls, you can temporarily disable them. This allows anyone on the PS4 to use applications and devices without restriction, including gaining access to all games, movies, and the internet browser.
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How do I enable online games on PS4?

After signing in with your own account, select [Family Management] > [Allowed Games] to allow or not allow the request.
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What is the meaning of jailbreak PS4?

It means that your product will be excluded from obtaining updates and support. For PS4, jailbreaking PS4 meaning making some changes to its firmware. To be specific, add mods, themes, extra features, and so forth. PS5 VS PS5 Digital: Which One Is Better for Game Playing. PS4 vs PS5 digital: which one should you buy?
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Where are hidden games on PS4?

Go to Library > Purchased. Press the OPTIONS button and then select Check Hidden Content Items.
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How do I change game restrictions?

Sign in at family.microsoft.com. Under the child whose profile you're here to customize, select More options > Content restrictions. Turn on the setting Block inappropriate apps, games & media. Set an appropriate age for content in the control Allow apps and games rated for.
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Is there a limit to how many games you can have on PS4?

The PS4 will ship with a 500 GB hard drive. Allowing for miscellaneous content like DLC packs, patches and downloaded movies or TV shows, and assuming that these games are representative of future PS4 titles, this means that you'll be able to house somewhere between 10 and 12 games on your system at any given time.
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What is PS4 system restrictions?

Restrict use of features on your PS4™ system. Select (Settings) > [Parental Controls/Family Management] > [PS4 System Restrictions]. These settings apply to all users on your PS4™ system. To prevent others from changing the settings, change the system restriction passcode.
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Why won't this game install on my PS4?

Eject the disc and make sure it is not dirty, scratched or damaged. Ensure you are using the correct disc for this console. Insert another disc to see if it works. If another disc can be read, the disc you are trying to use may be dirty or faulty.
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Will initializing a PS4 erase data?

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 install purchased games on PS4?

Select Game Library from your Games home. Select the purchased game > Download. The game will install automatically. Depending on the game, you may have the option to copy and play a portion of the game right away.
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How do I restore my old PS4 games?

Go to Settings > System > Back Up and Restore. Insert the USB drive that contains the backup into your PS4 console. Select Restore PS4. Select the backup file you'd like to restore.
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How long do you have to wait if your PS4 account is locked?

My Sony account is locked

Your account will be locked for 120 minutes to protect your security." After waiting 120 minutes, make sure the Caps Lock or Num Lock on your keyboard are not interfering with how you enter your password. Alternatively, just reset your password using the Forgot your password feature.
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How do I fix a corrupted PS4 account?

Part 2: How to Fix PS4 Corrupted Data
  1. Fix 1: Delete the game and reinstall it. ...
  2. Fix 2: Delete corrupted downloads. ...
  3. Fix 3: Clean the game disc. ...
  4. Fix 4: Update the software. ...
  5. Fix 5: Restore your PS4 software licenses. ...
  6. Fix 6: Start the PS4 in safe mode and rebuild the database. ...
  7. Fix 7: Initialize your PS4. ...
  8. Fix 8: Hard reset your PS4.
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What happens if you use jailbreak?

When you jailbreak your phone, you may stop receiving important security updates, including the security updates that Apple or Android releases, leaving you more exposed to the latest security threats. Therefore, devices often warn against jailbreaking or rooting your device.
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Is it safe to jailbreak a PS4?

Do note that jailbreaking your PS4 is done at your own risk – with it being against Sony's terms of use, you won't be able to go online while the jailbreak is active; to do so, you're playing with fire and risking being banned by Sony permanently.
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