PS5

Can you play older PlayStation games on the PS5?

With a vast library of its own, the PS5 enjoys superior visual, audio and controller technology than its predecessors with many video games developed specifically to make the most of its technological capacity. From vast open worlds to fun and challenging platformers, it has it all and more with innovative new experiences to intrigue and thrill even the most experienced of gamers.

It does, however, also have the ability to play a back catalogue of supported PS4 games with over 99% of PS4 games able to be played on the console. Select PS4 games will even run with faster and smoother frame rates, for an even more immersive experience, thanks to the PS5’s Game Boost technology. Enjoy older games you love with updated visuals and rediscover the joy they brought you the first time around.

What age group are the games suitable for on PS5?

With an extensive library of games, the PS5 caters to all ages of gamers from younger children right through to adults. Discover colourful worlds of puzzles and platforms, or action-packed adventure that has you on the edge of your seat. From sports games to shooters, role-playing to rhythm games, there’s something for everyone.

The games are all available with different age ratings, like PEGI, ESRB and Aus, so parents can pick up games that are suitable for their little ones knowing what content they hold. Also, with the PS5’s in-built parental controls, you can manage content based on a child’s date of birth so that they can’t access anything you don’t want them too, whilst adults can continue to enjoy a variety of options open to them.

Can I play my PS5 away from home?

The PS5 has features that allow you to play games on the move via your phone, or the PlayStation Portal. Connect to your console using Wi-Fi and access your games library either using the PS Remote Play app on your phone or via a paired PlayStation Portal device.

You can even connect via a PC or another PS5 device so you can play with your game library at a friend’s house or when on holiday. Connect and play your way, wherever you are so that the fun never needs to stop.

What’s the difference between the Digital Console and the Standard Console?

The standard PS5 console comes with 1TB of memory and a disc drive so that you can play physical PS4 and PS5 games. Great for those who prefer physical media and love collecting the box art and special editions, or if you already have a library of physical PS4 games you want to continue being able to play.

The PS5 Digital Edition is an all-digital version of the console that has 825GB of memory. Without the added disc drive, it’s slimmer than its counterpart although an additional disc drive can be purchased separately. Download and play games from the PlayStation store and save them digitally to your console’s memory.

What features does a PS5 have?

The PS5 has several cutting-edge features that elevates gaming to another level. It’s ultra-high-speed SSD maximises play sessions with lightning-fast reactions and near-seamless load times, so you spend less time watching and more time playing!

3D audio means you can feel as if you are in the surroundings yourself, whether it’s carefully sneaking up on opponents or listening out for the distant cries of teammates. 360-degree sound makes it as if the action surrounds you on all sides, so you can pinpoint exactly where you need to be.

The wireless controllers have incredible tactile features like adaptive triggers that mimic the tension of objects or actions in game. Get the feel of a bow string or gently pick a lock without breaking the mechanism, you can feel physically connected to what’s in front of you.

Haptic feedback gives you responsive vibrations to environmental factors in game, meaning you can experience recoil, slippery surfaces and more in select games.

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