Game sharing on the PlayStation 5 allows you to share your digital game library with a friend or family member. Once enabled, both players can enjoy purchased games without buying multiple copies. This feature is officially supported by Sony and works through Console Sharing and Offline Play.
Below you’ll find a complete step-by-step guide, benefits, risks, and how to disable the feature.
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⭐ What Is Game Sharing on PS5?
Game sharing allows you to:
- Share your digital PS5/PS4 game library with one other console
- Allow the other user to play your games as long as you’re logged in on your main account
- Enable offline play for the shared console
This feature is great for families or close friends who want to enjoy games together.
🟦 How to Enable Game Sharing on PS5 (Step-by-Step)
Follow these steps to turn on game sharing:
Step 1: Log Into Your PS5 Console
Use the account that owns the games you want to share.
Step 2: Go to Settings
- On the main PS5 home screen
- Click the Settings (⚙️) icon in the top-right
Step 3: Select Users and Accounts
This menu handles profiles and account permissions.
Step 4: Open Other
Scroll down and select Other.
Step 5: Choose Console Sharing and Offline Play
This setting controls whether your console is registered as your “Primary PS5.”
Step 6: ENABLE the Feature
If the option says “Don’t Enable”, that means it’s already active.
If it shows “Enable”, click to turn on game sharing.
Your PS5 is now set as your primary console, allowing your friend or family member to play your purchased games.
🟩 Benefits of Game Sharing on PS5
- Share digital games with one trusted person
- Save money by buying games once
- Both users can play shared games simultaneously
- Works for PS4 and PS5 games
If your console lags or has performance issues, updating the system drivers for your PC utilities can help:
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🟥 ⚠️ Important Game Sharing Rules to Remember
- You can only enable game sharing with one console at a time
- Make sure you share only with trusted friends/family
- Do not share your login details with strangers
- Sony may restrict accounts abusing game sharing
🟧 How to Disable Game Sharing on PS5
If you no longer want to share your games or want to switch to a new console, follow these steps:
Step 1: Go to Settings
Click the ⚙️ icon on the PS5 home screen.
Step 2: Select Users and Accounts
Step 3: Choose Other
Step 4: Open Console Sharing and Offline Play
Step 5: Select Disable
Click “Disable” to turn off game sharing.
Your console is no longer your “primary PS5.”
If you want to enable game sharing for another console, you must disable it here first.
🔧 Troubleshooting Game Sharing Issues
✔ Game not showing up?
- Log out and back in
- Restore licenses
- Verify the correct account owns the game
✔ PS5 still locked?
- Redo the steps and double-check the enabled status
If nothing works, restart your device (similar to how restarting works on phones):
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is game sharing on PS5 safe?
Yes, but only if you share with someone you trust.
2. Can both users play the same game at the same time?
Yes, both can play simultaneously.
3. Can I game share with more than one console?
No, Sony limits one primary console per account.
4. Does game sharing work for PS Plus games?
Yes, but only if the account with PS Plus is set as the primary.
5. Can I disable game sharing anytime?
Yes, you can disable it anytime from account settings.