How Many Games Can You Have on the PS5 at a Time?
The PlayStation 5 (PS5) offers an impressive storage capacity of up to 2 TB, allowing players to store a large collection of games. However, there may be times when you have to manage your storage to free up space. But, how many games can you have on the PS5 at a time? In this article, we’ll explore the answer and provide some insights on game storage management on the PS5.
What Games Can You Store on the PS5?
The storage capacity of the PS5 can hold multiple games depending on their file size. On average, most modern games range from 20 GB to over 100 GB in size. Games with larger file sizes include those with enhanced graphics, detailed environments, and higher resolution.
- Native PS5 Games: PlayStation 5 native games with larger file sizes (average 50-70 GB) can take up to 10-15 gigs of storage space each, depending on their size. With a 500 GB console, you can have around 2-5 native PS5 games. [Insert table below]
- Games | File Size | Available Space
- | — | — | (GB)
- [Native PS5 Game A] | 60 | 440-470 (approx.)
- [Native PS5 Game B] | 50 | 450-480 (approx.)
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- PS4 and PS3 Games: Re-released PS4 and PS3 games (with BC, backward compatibility) and those without may be larger or smaller than PS5 native games, taking up less storage space.
| Game | File Size (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Re-released PS4 Games | 30-80 GB |
| Re-released PS3 Games (BC) | 8-20 GB |
| Re-released PS3 Games (without BC) | 3-12 GB |
- PlayStation Plus Free Games and Trials: Additional storage capacity may be occupied by downloaded PlayStation Plus (PS Plus) free games, and trials, ranging from a few hundred megabytes to a few GB in size.
Extended Storage Capacity: M.2 SSD
To manage storage effectively, the PS5 comes with an M.2 SSD (solid-state drive) expansion slot, allowing for external storage solutions. Users can install larger M.2 SSD drives (typically up to 1 or 2 TB) as additional storage. Boldly highlighted section highlights a key aspect.
Note: Although external storage may help relieve internal storage concerns, installing larger M.2 SSDs may compromise system performance due to compatibility and limited PS5 support.
Managing Storage and Games: Tips and Strategies
While it’s easy to manage games on the PS5, here are some useful tips to optimize storage capacity:
- Uninstall Games: When no longer playing a game, remove it from the console’s storage to free up space.
- Re-transfer PS4 and PS3 Games: To re-activate PS4 and PS3 games (BC compatible), transfer the files between the PS4/PS3 and the PS5 to free up storage on the PS4/PS3.
- Backup and Delete Games: Download games to cloud storage like PlayStation Now, or stream games directly. You can also delete older saves for a game you’ve lost interest in and redownload it later, as previously saved data can be synced back to your account.
Conclusion
To answer our initial question: How many games can you have on the PS5 at a time? With an understanding of the console’s internal storage capacity and M.2 SSD expansion capabilities, it’s estimated that up to 15 native PS5 games or around 20-25 games considering PS4 and PS3 titles can be stored at any given time, given an average game file size. However, effective game management and expansion using an M.2 SSD storage solution can accommodate even more games.
Remember, PS5 game storage is expandable, and we hope that future updates and expansion accessories will further alleviate storage space concerns. Happy gaming and enjoy your PlayStation 5 experience!