Can you have two players on PS5?

Yes, the PS5 console supports up to four controllers connected simultaneously to play local multiplayer games, allowing two players to play together on the same console. The PS5 also enables online multiplayer gaming, where two players can play together while connected to PSN, with only one player needing to have a PS Plus account.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Can 2 players play on the same PS5?: Up to four local players can play the game offline, while two can play together while connected to PSN.
2. How do I add a second user to my PS5?: To add a second user, select your existing profile avatar, choose Switch User > Add User.
3. Can multiple users play the same game on PS5?: Yes, PS5 game share is a feature that allows you to share your digital games with friends and family so they can play them on their PS5 as if they own them.

Controller and Gaming Questions

4. Can you use 2 controllers on PS5?: Yes, you can use up to 4 controllers at the same time on the PS5.
5. How do you play multiple players on PS5?: Go to the control center and select Game Base, then select either an online friend, group of players, or party and select Invite to Game.
6. Can you play 2 player on PS5 with PS4 controller?: No, a PS4 controller cannot be used to play PS5 games because it lacks several new improvements and features that come with the PS5 controller.

Account and Sharing Questions

7. Can you have a family account on PS5?: Yes, to set up your family on PlayStation Network (PSN), you need to create an adult account and then add child members or adult members.
8. Can you have 2 users on PlayStation account?: Yes, up to four users can log in to your PS4 system at the same time.
9. Can 2 accounts share PlayStation?: You can only share your games and PlayStation Plus benefits with accounts on one PS5 console with Console Sharing and Offline Play activated and your primary PS4 console.

PS Plus and Activation Questions

10. Do I need a PlayStation Plus for each family member?: No, as long as the account having the PS Plus subscription has set the PS4 as the primary console, all users on that PS4 can use the benefits of PS Plus.
11. Does each family member need a PlayStation account?: Yes, each family member needs a separate PlayStation account.
12. Can 2 people have the same primary PS4?: No, each player can have one PS4 console activated as the primary PS4 console for their account.

Device and Game Sharing Questions

13. How many devices can you use on PS5 account?: For game sharing and offline play, you can only have one PS5 console activated simultaneously.
14. Can my wife play PS5 games on her account if I bought them on mine?: Yes, your primary console will allow others, logged into their own account, to play games your account owns.
15. Can two people play the same game on PS4 and PS5?: Yes, you can keep a download/install on both systems at the same time, and if each system is set up as the primary, you can even play co-op games together on them if it’s a downloaded game.