Can You Play Old PlayStation Games on PS5?
Yes, you can play many PS4 games on the PS5 thanks to backward compatibility. Just pop in the disc or download it digitally!
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Nope, you can't play PS1, PS2, or PS3 games on the PS5 directly. Sony focused on PS4 compatibility.
I鈥檝e been running my PS4 games on the PS5 just fine. Some even get performance boosts and faster loading times!
Backwards compatible with PS4 but not with PS1, PS2, or PS3. Stick to PS Now if you want those classics.
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