Is PlayStation Plus necessary for multiplayer gameplay on the PS4 system?
Yes, PlayStation Plus membership is needed for PS4 online multiplayer gaming. The PS4 system features a significantly enhanced online feature set that will deliver innovative new online gaming experiences.
Yes, PlayStation Plus membership is needed for PS4 online multiplayer gaming. The PS4 system features a significantly enhanced online feature set that will deliver innovative new online gaming experiences.
Will non PS Plus members be able to play free to play online games on the PS4 system?
Certain titles built on a free-to-play model will not require PlayStation Plus for multiplayer functionality. This list currently includes Blacklight Retribution, DC Universe Online, and War Frameat launch in North America.
Certain titles built on a free-to-play model will not require PlayStation Plus for multiplayer functionality. This list currently includes Blacklight Retribution, DC Universe Online, and War Frameat launch in North America.
Can I play online without a Plus membership?
Generally speaking, no. PlayStation Plus membership is required to play the majority of online titles on the PS4 system, however a selection of free-to-play multiplayer titles will be available without a PS Plus membership.
Generally speaking, no. PlayStation Plus membership is required to play the majority of online titles on the PS4 system, however a selection of free-to-play multiplayer titles will be available without a PS Plus membership.
If I’m not a PlayStation Plus member but I log into a PS4 system owned by a PS Plus member, will I be able to play online multiplayer?
Yes. If you don’t have a PS Plus membership, you can still access online multiplayer modes if you log into a PS4 system which is set as “Primary” by a PS Plus member. This means that, for example, if one housemate is a PlayStation Plus member, everyone in the household will have access to online multiplayer. Additionally, on the same PS4 system, any games or content purchased by one user are available to other users who play on that console (unless that content has expired).
Yes. If you don’t have a PS Plus membership, you can still access online multiplayer modes if you log into a PS4 system which is set as “Primary” by a PS Plus member. This means that, for example, if one housemate is a PlayStation Plus member, everyone in the household will have access to online multiplayer. Additionally, on the same PS4 system, any games or content purchased by one user are available to other users who play on that console (unless that content has expired).
How many users can play online multiplayer modes on a single PS4 system set as “Primary” by a PS Plus member?
All users can play online multiplayer modes. Up to four users can log in simultaneously to a single PS4 system, and all will have access to multiplayer as long as the PS4 system is set as “Primary” by a PS Plus member.
All users can play online multiplayer modes. Up to four users can log in simultaneously to a single PS4 system, and all will have access to multiplayer as long as the PS4 system is set as “Primary” by a PS Plus member.
How many local accounts does the PS4 system support?
The PS4 system supports up to 16 local accounts, in addition to temporary guest accounts.
The PS4 system supports up to 16 local accounts, in addition to temporary guest accounts.
What are the benefits of PlayStation Plus on the PS4 system? What will I be missing out on if I don’t purchase a PS Plus membership?
PlayStation Plus, the membership service for PlayStation consoles, provides access to online multiplayer on PS4, top-rated* games on PS4, PS3 and PS Vita every month for the course of the membership, exclusive PS Store discounts and much more.
PlayStation Plus, the membership service for PlayStation consoles, provides access to online multiplayer on PS4, top-rated* games on PS4, PS3 and PS Vita every month for the course of the membership, exclusive PS Store discounts and much more.
What features will be available with PlayStation Plus on the PS4 system?
The following benefits will be available only to PlayStation Plus members on the PS4 system:
The following benefits will be available only to PlayStation Plus members on the PS4 system:
- Online Multiplayer
Enjoy competitive and cooperatives multiplayer games via the internet. - Instant Game Collection
Get access to top-rated* PS4 games every month for the course of the membership, starting with RESOGUN and Contrast. - Discounts
Members will have access to exclusive discounts on PlayStation Store. - Online Game Save
Members may automatically (or manually) upload game save files to Online Game Save Storage for safekeeping. Up to 1GB of cloud storage will be allocated to your PS4 save files. - Other benefits
Early access to exclusive game content, automatic game patch downloads and installation, and more.
Does my Plus membership for PS3 or PS Vita systems still count for the PS4 system?
Yes. One PS Plus membership will continue to grant benefits for your PS3 and PS Vita system, even after you pick up a PS4 system.
Yes. One PS Plus membership will continue to grant benefits for your PS3 and PS Vita system, even after you pick up a PS4 system.
Will the Instant Game Collection model be the same on the PS4 system as for PS3 and PS Vita systems?
We are continuing the spirit of Instant Game Collection™ on the PS4 system andoffering members free top-rated* games every month for the course of the membership.. At the launch of the PS4 system, PS Plus members will have access to Resogun and Contrast for no additional charge. PlayStation Plus will then rotate in a new digital PS4 title every month. For one price, PlayStation Plus members get all of the benefits of PS Plus across all supported platforms.
We are continuing the spirit of Instant Game Collection™ on the PS4 system andoffering members free top-rated* games every month for the course of the membership.. At the launch of the PS4 system, PS Plus members will have access to Resogun and Contrast for no additional charge. PlayStation Plus will then rotate in a new digital PS4 title every month. For one price, PlayStation Plus members get all of the benefits of PS Plus across all supported platforms.
How does PlayStation Plus membership compare on PS4, PS3, and PS Vita systems?
Refer to the comparison chart below:
Refer to the comparison chart below:
System Services
| PS3 | PS Vita | PS4 | |
| Online multi-player | Free on PSN | Free on PSN | PS Plus members only (certain free-to-play titles may allow online multiplayer) |
| Automatic game patch download | PS Plus members only (Detection to download) | PS Plus members only (Detection to download) | Free on PSN |
| Online game saves | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only |
| Automatic trophy synch | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only | Free on PSN |
| Automatic system software downloads | All users who have updated to system software 4.50 | Will be available to all users after a future system software update | Free on PSN |
Content Services
| PS3 | PS Vita | PS4 | |
| Instant Game Collection | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only |
| Exclusives | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only |
| Discounts | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only | PS Plus members only |
| Game trials | PS Plus members only | N/A | PS Plus members only (Will not be offered at launch of the PS4 system) |
What network services will be free on the PS4 system, without a PlayStation Plus membership?
Some of the features users can enjoy for free include:
- Accessing entertainment, film, and TV services (Users must subscribe separately to individual services)
- Share options, including sending gameplay and screenshots to Facebook, screenshots to Twitter, or livestreaming gameplay via UStream or Twitch
- Sharing video to Facebook,
- Playing PS4 games remotely using the PS Vita system (Remote Play)
- Comparing Trophy data with other users
- Sending and receiving text messages from other users
- PlayStation Store access (users must pay to purchase premium content)
- Live item, activity feeds on Dynamic Menu
- Party (cross game voice chat)
- Web browser
- PlayStation App services (on iOS/Android devices)
How do the PS4 system’s parental controls work? Can I block Internet access? Can I limit the amount of time my child is permitted to use the console?
You can restrict start-up of the web browser, but you cannot limit the amount of time your child is permitted to use the PS4 system.
You can restrict start-up of the web browser, but you cannot limit the amount of time your child is permitted to use the PS4 system.
Can I block or unblock another user on the PS4 system?
Yes, you can block other users on PS4.
Yes, you can block other users on PS4.