I recently found myself in a situation where I wanted to transfer my PS5 games to my PC. As a PlayStation Now subscriber, I had access to over 800 games that I could stream to my PC. However, I quickly realized that if I wanted to pick up on PC where I left off on my PS5, I would need a PlayStation Plus membership to transfer my cloud saves.
It’s worth noting that this requirement only applies if you’re starting the game on a PS4 or PS5 console and then want to continue playing on PC. If you’re starting the game on PC and want to continue playing on a console, you don’t need a PlayStation Plus membership.
So, if you’re like me and you want to transfer your PS5 games to PC, here’s what you’ll need to do:
1. Make sure you have a PlayStation Plus membership: To transfer your cloud saves between PS5 and PC, you’ll need an active PlayStation Plus subscription. This membership allows you to access online multiplayer, free monthly games, and most importantly, cloud storage for your game saves.
2. Upload your game saves to the cloud: On your PS5 console, go to the Settings menu and select “Saved Data and Game/App Settings.” From there, choose “Saved Data (PS5)” and then “Upload to Cloud Storage.” Select the game saves you want to transfer and upload them to the cloud.
3. Access your game saves on PC: Once your game saves are uploaded to the cloud, you can access them on your PC by logging into the PlayStation Now app. Simply launch the app, sign in with your PlayStation Network account, and navigate to the game you want to play. Your cloud saves should automatically sync, allowing you to continue where you left off on your PS5.
It’s important to note that not all games support cloud saves, so make sure to check if the game you’re playing is compatible before attempting the transfer. Additionally, keep in mind that there may be some differences in gameplay experience between the console and PC versions of the game, such as control schemes or performance optimizations.
Transferring your PS5 games to PC is possible with a PlayStation Plus membership. By uploading your game saves to the cloud and accessing them through the PlayStation Now app, you can seamlessly continue your gaming experience on PC. Just make sure to have an active subscription and check for compatibility with cloud saves. Happy gaming!