How To Redownload A Game On Ps4

How to Redownload a Game on PS4

Okay, so you’ve got that itch to play an old favorite, or maybe you accidentally deleted a game. Don’t worry, getting your games back on your PlayStation 4 is super easy! We’ll walk through all the different ways you can redownload a game, whether you bought it on the PlayStation Store or it came from a disc. We’ll also look at some common problems and how to fix them. Let’s get started and get you back to gaming!

Redownloading Games Purchased from the PlayStation Store

Most games these days are bought digitally from the PlayStation Store. It’s very convenient to download and play right away. The great part about digital games is that they’re tied to your PlayStation Network account. This means you can download them again and again if you have space! Here’s how to do it:

Accessing Your Game Library

The first step is finding your game library. This is like your personal digital bookshelf of all the games you’ve bought. Here’s how to get there:

1. Turn on your PS4 and log into your account. This is the account you used when you originally bought the game.
2. Go to the main screen, also called the home screen.
3. Look for the “Library” icon. It looks like a stack of books. You can find this on the far right side of your main screen, near the PlayStation Store icon.
4. Select “Library” by pressing the “X” button on your controller.

Finding Your Game in the Library

Once you’re in your library, you’ll see all sorts of things, including installed games and games ready to download.

• Look for a “Purchased” section or “Games” section. It will be somewhere on the left side of the screen.
• Scroll through the list of games you have bought. They will be listed alphabetically by default.
• You might see some of your games already installed. Those will appear as icons on the main part of the screen. But we want to find the ones not installed, which would be either grayed out or have a download arrow.
• If you have a lot of games, you can use the search function which looks like a magnifying glass. It’s usually at the top of the screen. Type in the name of the game you want to redownload.

Starting the Download

Now that you’ve found your game, it’s time to download it! It’s not so hard, like a few clicks and download starts!

1. Select the game you want to download by pressing the “X” button on your controller.
2. If the game is not installed, you’ll see a download button (or the download icon). Press “X” on your controller to start the download.
3. You will see progress bar on your screen.
4. The game will download in the background, and you can use other apps or play other games while it downloads. However, keep in mind that this will take longer than playing it when it is fully downloaded.

Checking the Download Status

Want to know how much longer the download will take? You can check on that easily:

1. Press the PlayStation button on your controller to return to the home screen.
2. Go to the “Notifications” area. This is usually located at the top right of your screen.
3. Select “Downloads.” Here you can see the progress of the game download. You’ll see how much has downloaded and how much time is left.

Redownloading Games from a Disc

If you have a physical game on a disc, redownloading is quite different. Instead of downloading, you will be installing the game from the disc. It’s still very straightforward.

Inserting the Game Disc

The first thing to do is to insert the game disc into your PS4.

• Make sure your PS4 is turned on.
• Find the disc drive which is usually on the front left side of the PS4.
• Gently insert the game disc into the disc drive, label facing up.

The PS4 will usually detect the disc automatically. If it does not, follow the next step

Installing the Game

After you put in the disc, the PS4 will do the following:

• The game will appear on the home screen.
• Select the game using the “X” button on your controller.
• The PS4 will install the game onto your hard drive. This can take a little while, like downloading but installing from a disc is faster most of the time. The installation progress is displayed on the screen.

Once it’s done, you’re all set to play! But be sure to keep the game disc in your console when you play, it needs it.

Dealing with Common Redownload Issues

Sometimes, things don’t go perfectly, so it is important to troubleshoot common problems. Here’s some help if you run into issues while trying to redownload or install a game.

Not Enough Storage Space

Your PS4 has a limited amount of storage space for games, so it is important to manage it!

• Check the amount of storage left on your system. Go to “Settings,” then “Storage,” on the main home screen to see how much space is available.
• If you don’t have enough room, you may have to delete some games or apps to make space for a new download. Select the game or app that you want to delete by pressing “Option” button on controller. Then select “Delete”.
• You can also consider getting an external hard drive for your PS4, which is a great solution for expanding your gaming library. Plug it into one of your PS4’s USB ports and format it as extended storage in “Settings”.

Slow Download Speeds

Slow downloads are often because of your internet connection speed.

• Make sure your PS4 is connected to your internet, go to “Settings,” “Network,” and then “Test Internet Connection” to check if it’s working well.
• Move your PS4 closer to your router or connect with an ethernet cable instead of WiFi, which may help.
• Try turning your router off and on again. Sometimes that fixes things.
• If you are downloading during the day when everyone in your family is online, try to download it at night when everyone else is sleeping or not using the internet.

Download Errors

Sometimes downloads might stop for random reasons like connection issues or server problems.

• First, try to restart your PS4 to see if it fixes it.
• Then, go to “Notifications,” then “Downloads,” and see if there are any error codes. Search the error code online for specific help or advice about it.
• Pause and resume the download to see if it helps.
• If the errors continue to happen, you can try deleting the partial download and starting it all over again.

Game Won’t Install from Disc

If the game won’t install after you put the disc in, try the following:

• Clean the disc, wipe with a soft, clean cloth to get rid of any smudges or dirt.
• Try restarting your PS4.
• Check to see if your PS4 has all the latest updates, it could be because the software is not updated.
• If it still doesn’t install, you might need to contact Sony Support or the place you bought the game.

Games Not Showing Up in Library

Sometimes you can’t find games you have purchased in your library.

• Make sure you are logged into the correct PlayStation Network account, the one you used when you bought the game.
• Try restoring your licenses. Go to “Settings,” “Account Management,” and then “Restore Licenses.”
• If your game has been removed from the PlayStation Store, then you won’t be able to download it.
• If you still can’t find the game, contact PlayStation support.

Problems with Game Updates

Updates can also sometimes cause problems.

• Check to see if you have the latest updates. Go to “Settings” , then “System Software Update” and update if there is a new one.
• Try to pause and resume the download to see if it helps.
• Restart the PS4 again, it will sometimes resolve this problem.
• If you still have issues after updating, then contact the game developers.

Tips for Smooth Redownloading

Here are some tips that will help make the redownloading process smoother:

• Keep your PS4 software up to date. Updates can fix bugs that might cause redownloading issues.
• Check your internet connection before you start redownloading. A good, stable connection is crucial for a smooth download.
• If you have a lot of big games to download, you may need to be patient. Downloading takes time, especially for large games.
• Always keep enough space on your hard drive for game installations, this will make things a lot easier.

By following these tips, you should be able to keep your games installed and ready to play! Happy Gaming!