How do I get my PS Plus games back?
To recover your PS Plus games, simply resubscribe to the PS Plus membership, and you will once again be able to play all games downloaded from the Instant Game Collection. If you have deleted any PS Plus games, don’t worry, you can redownload them from your Game Library by going to Games home > Game Library and switching between the Installed, Your Collection, and PlayStation Plus tabs.
Understanding PS Plus Games
Retrieving Deleted Games
PS Plus Membership and Game Access
Game Recovery and Storage
Please continue reading to learn more about PS Plus games, including how to recover deleted games, access cloud saves, and manage game data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Why are all my PS Plus games gone? A: If your PS Plus membership has lapsed, you will no longer be able to play your PS Plus games. However, once you resubscribe, you will regain access to all your downloaded games.
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Q: How do I claim old PS Plus games? A: To claim old PS Plus games, go to the Games home screen, scroll right, and select PlayStation Plus. Then, scroll to the Benefits tab and select Monthly Games. Highlight the game you want and select Download.
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Q: Do I lose my free PS Plus games? A: Yes, if your PS Plus membership ends, you will lose access to your free PS Plus games. However, you can still keep them on your hard drive, and they will be accessible again if you resubscribe.
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Q: How long are PS Plus free games good for? A: PS Plus free games are available for as long as you have an active subscription. Although new free games are added every month, you can continue to play the ones you’ve already downloaded.
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Q: What happens to my games when PS Plus expires or is canceled? A: If your PS Plus membership expires or is canceled, you will lose access to your PS Plus games. However, you can resubscribe at any time to regain access.
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Q: Can you redownload deleted PS Plus games? A: Yes, you can redownload deleted PS Plus games from your Game Library. Simply go to Games home > Game Library and switch to the PlayStation Plus tab.
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Q: Where are all my PS Plus games? A: You can find your PS Plus games by going to the Games home screen, scrolling right, and selecting PlayStation Plus. Then, scroll to the Benefits tab and select Game Catalog.
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Q: How do I check my PS Plus library? A: To check your PS Plus library, go to Games home > Game Library. Then, switch between the Installed, Your Collection, and PlayStation Plus tabs.
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Q: Can you recover deleted saved games? A: Yes, you can recover deleted saved games using a professional recovery tool. EaseUS hard drive recovery software is a recommended option.
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Q: What happens to game saves when PS Plus expires? A: Your game saves are retained even if your PS Plus membership expires. However, you won’t be able to access them until you resubscribe.
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Q: How do I download PS Plus cloud saves? A: To download PS Plus cloud saves, go to Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings. Then, select Saved Data (PS4) and choose Download or Delete from Cloud Storage.
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Q: Does PS Plus have cloud saves? A: Yes, PS Plus offers cloud storage for saved data. This feature is available with a Premium PlayStation Plus membership.
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Q: How to recover lost saved game data on PS5 without PS Plus? A: To recover lost saved game data on PS5 without PS Plus, connect a USB drive to your PS5 console. Then, go to Settings > System > System Software > Back Up and Restore > Restore PS5.
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Q: Does cloud gaming save your progress? A: Yes, cloud gaming saves your progress. When you leave a game, your data is stored on both your hard drive and the cloud.
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Q: How do I recover saved game data on PS4? A: To recover saved game data on PS4, go to Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in Online Storage. Then, select Download to System Storage and choose the data you want to restore.
With this comprehensive guide, you should be able to recover your PS Plus games and manage your game data with ease. Remember to always keep your PS Plus membership active to access your games and enjoy the benefits of PS Plus.