{"id":4934,"date":"2026-03-03T11:30:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T11:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyberpowergaming.co.uk\/?p=4934"},"modified":"2026-03-20T14:21:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T14:21:56","slug":"ps5-backwards-compatibility-can-you-play-ps4-games-on-a-ps5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyberpowergaming.co.uk\/core-knowledge\/ps5-backwards-compatibility-can-you-play-ps4-games-on-a-ps5\/","title":{"rendered":"PS5 backwards compatibility: Can you play PS4 games on a PS5?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sony\u2019s PlayStation 5 is one of the fastest-selling consoles ever in the UK (<a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2024\/08\/09\/ps5-hits-huge-sales-milestone-uk-not-beating-ps4-21396417\/\">Metro<\/a>), but the PS4 was even more popular, with over 6.8 million people owning a PS4 in the UK alone (<a href=\"https:\/\/worldpopulationreview.com\/country-rankings\/ps4-sales-by-country\">World Population Review<\/a>). So, if you\u2019re thinking of upgrading, but wondering whether you can play your vast library of PS4 games on your new PS5, you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Backwards compatibility has long been a determining factor for those of us who aren\u2019t first-day console buyers. We\u2019re hugely attached to our games and have absolutely no problem sitting on the same console for a year or two or as long as we can. Eventually, however, the new releases and accelerated frame-rates become a temptation we can\u2019t resist.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have no fear, as over 4000 PS4 games are playable on PS5 consoles. But what are the differences between the two consoles, and which games exactly can I play on my PS5? We\u2019ll explain below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#What-is-the-difference-between-the-PS5-and-PS4\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#What-is-the-difference-between-the-PS5-and-PS4\">What\u2019s the difference between PS5 and PS4?<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Can-you-play-PS4-games-on-the-PS5\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#Can-you-play-PS4-games-on-the-PS5\">Can you play PS4 games on the PS5?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Can-you-play-PS5-games-on-the-PS4\">Can you play PS5 games on the PS4?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Can-you-play-PS3-games-on-the-PS4\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#Can-you-play-PS3-games-on-the-PS4\">Can you play PS3 games on the PS5?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Can-you-use-a-PS4-controller-on-a-PS5\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#Can-you-use-a-PS4-controller-on-a-PS5\">Can you use a PS4 controller on the PS5?<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Can-you-use-a-PS5-controller-on-a-PS4\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#Can-you-use-a-PS5-controller-on-a-PS4\">Can you use a PS5 controller on the PS4?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What-is-the-difference-between-the-PS5-and-PS4\">What is the difference between the PS5 and PS4?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In simple terms, the PS5 is the newer, better version of the PS4, which was released back in 2013. The PS5 was released much more recently in 2020.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the look and feel of the two consoles. The PS4 is boxy, whilst the PS5 is curved and sleek. The controllers are bigger and buffer, but curved and white to match the console. In its entirety, the PS4 is much smaller than the PS5, likely due to the additional space now available in the PS5 for installing SSDs, as well as the new high-tech <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/blog\/liquid-cooling-pc\/choosing-a-pc-cooling-system\/\">cooling system<\/a>, which has measurably increased performance and noise cancellation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fan noise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fan noise on the PS5 is greatly reduced thanks to the new cooling system, which features anti-leak fixtures and utilises the extra space in the PS5 to improve airflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colour scheme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The PS5\u2019s colour scheme is predominantly white with black accents, whilst the PS4\u2019s main colour is entirely black. You can \u201cre-skin\u201d your PS5 with a range of colours, including chroma pearl and hot pink to really make your space your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diskless Consoles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is now the option to go diskless for the newest generation of PlayStation, which is possibly the first time we\u2019ve seen this in consoles. It\u2019s been a popular option for PC owners since Steam became the standard for gamers as we transition away from physical discs, with more users turning to streaming services and digital copies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ports<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the model, your PS5 may come equipped with either two USB-C ports or a USB-C port and a traditional USB-A port. The PS5 also comes with an internal space for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/blog\/gaming-community\/understanding-the-differences-between-ssd-m-2-and-a-hdd-for-gaming\/\">SSD card<\/a> for extra space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Can-you-play-PS4-games-on-the-PS5\">Can you play PS4 games on the PS5?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, yes \u2014 you can play PS4 games on the PS5. The PS5 was built with backwards compatibility in mind, to the point where it is easier to list the games which aren\u2019t playable on newer consoles. Recognisable titles not playable include Infamous 1 &amp; 2, though these are technically playable via the higher tiers of PS Plus. P.T is also a recognisable title not available on the PS5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the vast majority of PS4 games and likely the majority of your library are playable and compatible on the PS5 with better graphics and quality. This includes major titles such as The Last of Us 2, Final Fantasy VII remake, Bloodborne, Assassin\u2019s Creed: The Ezio Collection, and many more, either via backwards compatibility or a remake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Can-you-play-PS5-games-on-the-PS4\">Can you play PS5 games on the PS4?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not possible to play the new PS5 games on PS4 due to the higher quality demands of new games. However, many older titles and remakes are likely to have been originally available on the PS4. Remote play allows complete portability, as long as you have an internet connection, via a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/category\/gaming-pcs\/\">gaming PC<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/category\/laptops\/\">laptop<\/a>. Meaning if you\u2019re in an area with no console or just a PS4, you can still play your new PS5 games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Can-you-play-PS3-games-on-the-PS4\">Can you play PS3 games on the PS4?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not possible to play PS3 games on the PS5, only on the PS4. However, many popular PS3 games have been ported or even remastered, e.g The Last of Us Part 1, Bioshock 1, 2 &amp; Infinite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Can-you-use-a-PS4-controller-on-a-PS5\">Can you use a PS4 controller on a PS5?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can use the PS4 controller on the PS5, but only for PS4 games. Due to dualsense controller adaptations incorporated into new game mechanics, the PS4 DualShock controllers aren\u2019t compatible with the modern standards of PS5 games. However, if you have a game made for both the PS4 and PS5, you can simply select the PS4 version, and you should be able to play with a PS4 Dualshock controller, no problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The DualSense controller is also compatible with many Apple products, including iPhones and iPads, for both PS Remote Play and games on Apple Arcade. So you can play anything, anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to install a PS4 controller on a PS5&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to your settings, then to accessories and Bluetooth accessories.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plug a USB-A cable into your PS5 and connect it to your controller; your controller should flash orange.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn on the controller, and your Dualshock 4 should appear in the paired accessories list.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unplug and play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Can-you-use-a-PS5-controller-on-a-PS4\">Can you use a PS5 controller on a PS4?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The PS5 controller is not designed to work on a PS4, but you can get it to work with a Bluetooth adaptor. You can also use remote play on your PC by logging in to your PS4 and using your PS5 controller. You can also somewhat use your PS5 controller on your PS3; however, quite a few functions won\u2019t work, for instance, the home button.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any other gear you may have specifically bought for your PS5 can also be paired this way. You can also get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/store\/\">other controllers and gear<\/a> to work on a console this way (with limitations).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why make the upgrade?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So now you know you can still play your PS4 games, you might be wondering whether to upgrade to a PS5.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst many releases on the PS4 are now much-loved classics, there\u2019s a very high chance that your favourites are now available in higher definition with more seamless graphics, textures and lighting than ever before for a smoother gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New developments in ray tracing technology, along with SSD implementation, also make the PS5 option worth exploring as a brand-new console.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check out our available <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/store\/headset\/\"><strong>headset<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/store\/projector\/\"><strong>projector<\/strong><\/a><strong> and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/store\/monitor\/\"><strong>monitor<\/strong><\/a><strong> range to pair with your console, or find more tips and advice in our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/blog\/\"><strong>blogs<\/strong><\/a><strong> and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyberpowersystem.co.uk\/blog\/category\/core-knowledge\/\"><strong>core knowledge hub<\/strong><\/a><strong>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sony\u2019s PlayStation 5 is one of the fastest-selling consoles ever in the UK (Metro), but the PS4 was even more popular, with over 6.8 million people owning a PS4 in the UK alone (World Population Review). So, if you\u2019re thinking of upgrading, but wondering whether you can play your vast library of PS4 games on&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cyberpowergaming.co.uk\/core-knowledge\/ps5-backwards-compatibility-can-you-play-ps4-games-on-a-ps5\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">PS5 backwards compatibility: Can you play PS4 games on a PS5?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":174380893,"featured_media":4937,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1658],"tags":[1667],"class_list":["post-4934","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-core-knowledge","tag-console-gaming"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>PS5 backwards compatibility: Can you play PS4 games on a PS5? - Blog | CyberPowerPC UK<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Upgrading your console? 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