How do I share my PS Plus extra with friends?
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To share your PS Plus extra with friends, you need to set your PS4 or PS5 as the primary console for your account, which allows other users on the same console to access the benefits of your PS Plus subscription, including free games and online multiplayer. This means that any other user who signs into their own PlayStation Network account on your console can play games that you’ve downloaded, as well as enjoy other benefits like exclusive discounts.
Understanding PS Plus Sharing
Benefits of Sharing
Sharing your PS Plus subscription can be a great way to enjoy games with friends and family, and it’s relatively straightforward to set up. By designating a console as your primary PS4 or primary PS5, you can allow other users on that console to access your PS Plus benefits, including PS Plus Extra games.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I share PS Plus extra with another account?: Yes, you can share PS Plus extra with another account on the same console, as long as you’ve set that console as your primary console.
- How do I share my PS Plus between accounts?: To share your PS Plus between accounts, make sure the account with PS Plus has the console set as primary, then any other user on that console can access the benefits.
- How do I share my PlayStation Plus with a friend?: To share your PlayStation Plus with a friend, sign into your account on their console and activate it as your primary console, allowing them to access your PS Plus benefits.
- Can 2 PS5 use the same account?: No, you can’t be logged into the same account on two PS5 consoles at the same time; you’ll be logged out of the first console.
- Can you share your PS Plus games?: Yes, you can share PS Plus games with other users on the same console, as long as it’s set as your primary console.
- Do both people need PS Plus to game share?: Yes, to use the Share Play feature, both users need to have a PlayStation Plus subscription.
- Do you keep PS Plus extra games forever?: No, PS Plus Extra and Premium Games are not yours forever; you lose access to them if you cancel your subscription.
- Can I give my PS5 account to someone else?: No, it’s not recommended to share your account details with anyone else, as you’re responsible for their actions on your account.
- How do I add a second user to my PS5?: To add a second user, go to your profile, choose Switch User, then Add User.
- Can you gift PlayStation Plus?: No, there’s no direct way to gift PlayStation Plus to other players, but you can give them a PSN card to purchase a subscription.
- Can I share PlayStation Plus with family?: Yes, you can share PlayStation Plus with family members on the same console, as long as one account has PS Plus and the console is set as primary.
- How many people can I share my PS5 account with?: You can share your PS5 account with one other person at a time, allowing them to access your game library and other benefits.
- Can you use the same PlayStation account on multiple devices at the same time?: No, you can only be signed into your account on one PS4 or PS5 console at a time.
- Is account sharing bannable on PS5?: Yes, account sharing can lead to a ban if the consoles are not in the same household and on the same internet connection.
- How does PlayStation extra work?: PlayStation Plus Extra offers a catalog of downloadable PS5 and PS4 games, online multiplayer, and other benefits, with a recurring subscription fee of $134.99 per year.