Do games stay on your PlayStation account?

Yes, digital games purchased through the PlayStation Store remain linked to your PlayStation account and can be re-downloaded at any time, as long as you’re logged into the same account that made the purchase. This means that you have permanent access to your game library, and you can re-install games on your PS4 or PS5 console without having to re-buy them.

Understanding PlayStation Account Game Ownership

When you buy a game on the PlayStation Store, it’s tied to your account, which allows you to access and play the game on any PS4 or PS5 console that you sign in to with your account credentials. This account-based system provides convenience and flexibility, making it easy to manage your game collection across multiple consoles.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Q: Will I lose my game progress if I get a new PS4? A: No, you can transfer data from your old PS4 to your new one, which includes your game saves.
2. Q: Are PS4 digital games permanent? A: Yes, digital games are permanently linked to your PlayStation account, and you can re-download them at any time.
3. Q: Do I keep PS Plus games forever? A: No, PS Plus games are only available as long as you have an active subscription; once the game leaves the PS Plus service, you’ll no longer have access to it.
4. Q: Can I delete my PS4 account but keep my games? A: No, if you delete your main account, you’ll lose access to your games, saved data, and other content associated with that account.

Game Ownership and Management

5. Q: How do I permanently delete a game from my PlayStation library? A: You can delete a game from your Game Library by going to the ‘Installed’ tab, selecting the game, and pressing the ‘Options’ button to delete it.
6. Q: Does deleting a game on PS4 delete it forever? A: No, uninstalling a game only removes the application; your saved data remains intact, and you can re-install the game later.
7. Q: Do I lose my games if I cancel PlayStation Plus? A: Yes, you’ll lose access to free games and content you downloaded through PS Plus, but you’ll still have access to purchased games and discounted items.

PS Plus and Game Availability

8. Q: What happens when games leave PS Plus? A: Once a game leaves PS Plus, you’ll no longer have access to it, even if you previously downloaded it.
9. Q: Is PS Plus subscription worth it? A: Yes, PS Plus offers a range of benefits, including free games, online multiplayer, and exclusive discounts, making it a worthwhile investment for many gamers.
10. Q: Is it better to buy physical or digital games? A: It depends on your ** preferences**; *physical games* can be resold or traded, while digital games are convenient and accessible from your account.

Game Data and Progress

11. Q: Do you fully own digital games? A: No, digital games are licensed to you, not sold, meaning you don’t have full ownership or the right to resell them.
12. Q: Do you own your digital games? A: No, digital games are tied to your account, and you’re subject to the terms of the license agreement.
13. Q: Do PS4 games save to console or account? A: Game saves are saved locally on your PS4, but are restricted to your account, meaning only the account that created the save can access it.

Transferring Games and Data

14. Q: How do I get my games from my old PS4 to my new one? A: You can transfer data from your old PS4 to your new one by going to Settings > System > Transfer Data from Another PS4.
15. Q: Do you lose downloaded games on PS4? A: No, you can re-download any deleted games from your Game Library as long as you’re logged into the same account that purchased the game.