Can You Play PS4 Games on PS5? Here's the answer!

Can play PS4 games on PS5? Of course this is a question for those of you who want to know the truth. If so, you must read this article to the end.

With Microsoft announcing details regarding Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, gamers are looking forward to Sony doing the same for the PlayStation 5. 

The critical question is can you play PS4 games on PS5? Fortunately, that question has been answered by Sony.

More details are sure to come, but Sony has confirmed that the PS5 will support PS4 games. In this PlayStation-focused live stream, Sony's lead system architect, Mark Cerny.

Can you play PS4 games on PS5?

There has been no confirmation about being able to play PS4 games on PS5. It seems, based on Mark Cerny's explanation, this is unlikely to happen. 

Of course, they can add games from previous console generations to the digital store. For now, it seems that only certain PS4 games can be played on PS5. 

Don't forget that any physical PS4 game will only work on the regular PS5 edition, as the PS5 Digital version will not have a disc drive.

According to Jim Ryan, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, around 99 percent of PS4 games are currently supported on PS5. Initially, we knew that the top 100 PS4 games by sales and other figures were supported on PS5.

But now it's been revealed that almost all PS4 games can be played on PS5. This is a big step for Sony, as the community has always loved backwards compatibility. Apart from that, Jim Ryan has also confirmed that Sony will support the PS4 for at least the next 4 years.

Sony has confirmed that you cannot play PS1-PS3 games on PS5. The only games from these older consoles that you can play on PS5 are those that accept PS4 ports.

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Comparison of GTA 5 Graphics on PS4 Vs PS5

Comparing PS4 to PS5 on the visual elements is something that is quite difficult to do. Newer versions offer 4K resolution, Ray Tracing, increased drawing distance and more.

The increased framerate on newer versions will go up to 60 FPS. This can't be tested until the game comes out, as Rockstar hasn't shared a gameplay trailer yet.

Rockstar revealed caries details about the upcoming version via two Newswire posts over the last month. The initial post talks about features and improvements.

The GTA Series videos also compare screenshots as Grand Theft Auto veterans and valued members of the community. The first difference on PS5 that screamed at audiences, was the change made to the lighting.

The inclusion of Ray Tracing makes its presence felt quite strongly. The shadows cast by the Vinewood markings and other elements look very natural.

On PS4, the lights are either too bright or too dim, and the balance is off. Likewise, the image is quite generic and does not mimic reality. 

A shot of a Vinewood sign showing the city on the horizon. Gamers can see some of the most distant buildings easily. They've been shown pretty well too. However, realistic tests and comparisons would be a better guide.

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So, can you play PS4 games on PS5? Of course it can be like what the developers themselves have said.

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