If you’re someone who enjoys a diverse range of PlayStation 4 games, you’ve likely encountered a common issue – limited storage space. With certain games taking up as much as 100GB each, you may find yourself unable to keep more than a few installed at a time. Fortunately, managing your storage space and making room for new games is easy. Here’s how you can delete games on your PS4.
Deleting Games from your PS4 Library
Deleting a game from your console is a straightforward process. Follow these steps, and you’ll be well on your way to freeing up valuable storage space.
Step 1: Locate the game you wish to delete in your PS4 library. You can find it either in the quick start main menu or in your library, located on the right side of the media bar on the PS4 home screen.
Step 2: While highlighting the game’s icon, press the Options button on your controller. This action will bring up a menu.
Step 3: Scroll down to find the “Delete” option, and confirm your selection by pressing OK.
Deleting Games from System Storage
If you want to clear out a significant amount of space, you may choose to delete games from the system storage menu itself. The storage menu conveniently lists games in size order, making it easier for you to identify which games are taking up the most space.
Step 1: Navigate to “Settings” on the home screen.
Step 2: Select “Storage.”
Step 3: Choose “System Storage” or “Extended Storage” if you have an external hard drive attached to your PS4.
Step 4: Select “Applications.”
Step 5: Press the options button on your controller, then choose “Delete.”
Step 6: You can select multiple games to delete at once.
Step 7: With your desired selections made, choose “Delete.”
Step 8: Confirm your selections by pressing OK.
Reinstalling Digital Games
Reinstalling games that you’ve purchased digitally is a simple process.
Step 1: Select “Library” and scroll down until you find the “Purchased” section on the home screen. If you’re searching for specific PlayStation Plus games, you can click on the yellow plus sign under the Purchased icon.
Step 2: Games that aren’t already downloaded on your console will feature a small download icon. Click on the respective game’s download icon, and it will begin reinstalling on your console.
Deleting and Reinstalling Disc-Based Games
If you’re playing a disc-based game, you can manually remove the data.
Step 1: Search for the game in your library, click on it, and scroll down until you see the “Delete” icon on the right side.
Step 2: Click on the “Delete” icon to remove the game.
Step 3: Always ensure that you remove the game disc before deleting it from your console.
Step 4: To play the game again, simply reinsert the disc and reinstall it on your console.
Conclusion
Managing storage space on your PS4 is essential for a seamless gaming experience. By following these steps, you can easily delete and reinstall games according to your preferences. Enjoy your gaming adventure! For more information, visit OnSpec Electronic, Inc.
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