Can You Set Both PS4 and PS5 as Primary Consoles?

Discover if you can set both PS4 and PS5 as primary consoles for your PSN account and what it means for your gaming experience.

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No, you cannot set both PS4 and PS5 as primary consoles simultaneously. Each PSN account can only have one primary console at a time. If you set a PS5 as your primary, your PS4 will automatically be deactivated and vice versa. To enjoy benefits like auto-downloads and shared game access, choose the console you use most as your primary.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does it mean to set a console as primary? Setting a console as primary allows for automatic downloads, game sharing, and access to console-specific features.
  2. Can I change my primary console? Yes, you can change your primary console, but it will deactivate any previously set console automatically.
  3. What are the benefits of having a primary console? Benefits include access to automatic updates, shared library access with other accounts, and priority features from PlayStation.
  4. How can I manage my PlayStation Network account settings? You can manage your PSN account settings directly through your console's settings menu or via the PlayStation website.

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