How Do I Copy Downloaded Games on PS4?
Copying downloaded games on PS4 is a useful feature that allows you to transfer your games to an external storage device, creating a backup and freeing up space on your console’s internal storage. In this article, we will show you how to copy your downloaded games on PS4 and provide some important points to keep in mind when doing so.
Benefits of Copying Downloaded Games
Copypping your games has several benefits, such as:
- Easy backup: By copying your games, you can back up your entire game collection in case your console needs to be reset or damaged.
- Free storage space: Transferring games to an external storage device frees up storage space on your console’s internal storage, allowing you to download more games without running out of space.
- Portability: With an external storage device, you can take your games with you wherever you go, without having to worry about space on your console.
How to Copy Downloaded Games
To copy your downloaded games on PS4, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Connect an External Storage Device
Connect an external hard drive or USB storage device to your PS4, and make sure it has enough space to store the games you want to transfer.
Step 2: Go to Settings
Go to the PS4 settings menu and select [Settings] > [ Devices] > [USB Devices].
Step 3: Select the External Device
Select the external hard drive or USB storage device from the list of USB devices.
Step 4: Copy the Game
Select the game you want to copy and navigate to the "Copy to External Device" option, which is usually located next to the "Downloaded on…" dropdown list. A progress bar will appear and the game will be transferred to the external storage device.
Step 5: Verify the Copy
Once the transfer is complete, verify that the game has been successfully copied to the external storage device. You can do this by going to the "Installed Games" section and finding the game you copied earlier.
Important Points
When copying your downloaded games, keep the following important points in mind:
• Make sure the device has enough space: Choose an external storage device that has enough space to hold the games you want to copy.
• The device must be formatted properly: For PlayStation formatted for MS-DOS, use for the external storage device can copy games, but won’t be able to for PS4.
• Copy games to a storage device with the same PlayStation system: To play with your friends, copy these games to a storage with the same PS4 of yours.
• License requirements: Some games do not allow you to move to an external storage medium.
How to Add Friends to Play Together with Copyed Games
Copying your games also allows you to play with your friends, but there are specific steps you need to take to do so:
- Make sure both have copies on PS5 (Optional): If you have 50+ games on PS, it’s easier to give them a PS5 download to play.
- Find ‘Add Friend’: go to the game and follow these steps:
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| 3/1. Set up play, and your friends start | 4) - Check compatibility games : The compatibility rules
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Conclusion
To copy downloaded games on your PS4, follow these steps: connect an external storage device, go to the settings menu, and select the device. Ensure that the device has enough space and is formatted correctly, and verify the copied game. With these precautions and steps, you should be able to successfully back up your games and explore the benefits of copying downloads.