I know the PS2* could play PS1 games and the PS3* could play PS2 games, but I think that is from the inclusion of additional hardware and not that the new hardware was compatible with the old software. This may be a unique situation for Sony where the new console is backwards compatible with the previous generation.

PS5 version is considered a remaster and needs to be re-purchased or have an upgrade charge.

Interesting thing is that the PS5 version will check for the PS4 disk before starting.

PS4 game owners can download PS5 version.

PS4 game owners can download enhancements to support PS5 and there will not be a standalone PS5 version.

But if the PS5 version is also available, then what happens? Does something pop up and ask if you want the PS5 version? Is the PS4 version automatically uninstalled or do you have a choice to keep both (may be needed if the progress from the PS4 game is not compatible with the PS5 version)? Certainly the PS4 disk version of a game can be installed on PS5. Sony hasn't defined something like Microsoft's 'smart delivery' where it seems to automatically determine which version to use.

Fri 19th Jun Unclear how that will work exactly.If you own a physical copy of Assassin's Creed Valhalla on the PS4, then you'll need to hold on to your copy of the disc, as you'll need to use this to play Assassin's Creed Valhalla on the PS5. For example, if you purchase a digital copy of Assassin's Creed Valhalla on the PS4, then you'll be able to upgrade to a digital copy of Assassin's Creed Valhalla on the PS5 free of charge. PS4 to PS5's free upgrades will work differently depending on how the publisher decides to support the initiative and which versions of the games you own. Yes, if you bought Digital Deluxe Edition You may also be interested in the following: Will PS5 Games Play on PS4? You may also want to double-check the following: How to Check You're Playing the PS5 Version of Cross-Gen Games.įor more information, you may be interested in the following guide: PS5 Smart Delivery: Does PlayStation 5 Have Smart Delivery for PS4 Games? For further articles on PS5 games, check out the following links: All PS5 Announced Games, All PS5 Rumoured Games, All PS5 First-Party Exclusives, All PS5 Launch Games, and New PS5 Game Release Dates in 2020. And if you'd like to know How to Upgrade PS4 Games to PS5 then you can find a full walkthrough through the link. You can find out more about PS5 Game Boost through the link. Please note that this PS5 guide refers to specific game updates, not PS5 backwards compatibility.

All of these titles will receive some kind of upgrade on Sony's next-gen console that will allow them to look better, perform better, or both. Which PS4 games have free PS5 upgrades? Below, we've compiled a list of all confirmed titles that let you transfer from PS4 to PS5 at no extra cost.

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