How to Game Share on PS5 With Friends And Family
If you’ve ever played a game on someone else’s PlayStation 5 and wanted to share it on your own console, you’re in luck. PS5 has a feature called Console Sharing and Offline Play that allows you to share games with your friends and family members. The good news is that while the setup requires a few steps, it’s usually easy to manage once you know the ropes.
Why Does This Happen?
- Console Sharing lets you share games between two PS5 consoles.
- It’s primarily used for streamlining game access among trusted friends or family.
- Sharing is exclusive—you can only share with one PS5 at a time.
- While sharing, others can access your PlayStation Network account info, so trust is crucial.
Steps to Game Share on PS5
Set Up Console Sharing
Make sure Console Sharing is enabled. This setting makes your console the host, sharing games easily:
- Open Settings.
- Select Users and Accounts → Other.
- Select Console Sharing and Offline Play.
- Choose Enable if it’s not already activated.
Download Shared Games
For the sharing to work, the game owner needs to log in to your console:
- Press the PS button to open Control Center.
- Select Switch User → Add User.
- Enter the login details of the other user’s PSN account.
- Once signed in, their games will appear in the Game Library.
Play Shared Games With Your Account
After downloading, switch to your own account to play and save progress:
- Switch back to your PSN account from Control Center.
- Go to Your Collection within the Game Library and start playing!
Understanding Subscription Benefits
Keep in mind, game sharing primarily deals with games and not subscriptions:
- PlayStation Plus benefits are not shared between two PS5 systems.
- If sharing with a PS4, some benefits may apply, such as online multiplayer.
Limitations To Keep In Mind
- You can only game share with one other person at a time.
- Sharing is limited to downloaded games, not physical copies.
- Frequent changes to Console Sharing settings might lead to restrictions by PlayStation.
What NOT to Do
- Don’t share your PSN account details with strangers.
- Don’t disable Console Sharing without considering implications.
Conclusion
Sharing games on your PS5 with trusted friends is both cost-effective and straightforward. Simply enable Console Sharing, set up shared accounts, and download the games you wish to play. Remember, only share with those you trust and enjoy the expanded library! Following these steps and best practices means game sharing is a secure and enjoyable experience.
