Hi guys, today I’m here with another interesting content. Guess what? Yes, the content is on how to access the locked games on PS4. Many of you might have a question that, why my games on PS4 are showing padlock? Let’s see it in detail in the following content.
Before that let’s see what is PS4 and why games are locked on PS4? PS4 is an eighth-generation home video game console by The Sony Computer. Entertainment. It has the most powerful APU up to date. The console supports HDR10 and playback of 4K resolution multimedia.
Playstation 4 is one of the best and successful gaming consoles available in the market. For a Pro gamer, it is more essential to be familiar with the power and features of this powerful gaming console. A-Pro model is counting on the way with additional features. To give a satisfying experience and to fulfill the little more needs of the gamers.
Good games on PS4 pave the success path of their consoles. Interesting and exclusive games such as Death Stranding, FIFA 20, Call of Duty- Modern Warfare, and much more. Even though we have an satisfactory catalog of games, at times we face the issues because of this dreaded padlock.
When you try to open some games it shows a locked icon with a description that, you have no license to access this game. It can be temporary sometimes. If you have a poor or slow network connection. But if it goes on for a long time, you have to rectify it immediately to continue your games on PS4.
How to unlock locked games on PS4? Well, that’s the sole purpose of this content. If you are ready let’s get into the content on the methods of unlocking games on PS4.
Why Are My Games Locked on PS4?
There are several reasons behind the padlocks on PS4. Primarily the padlock is a piracy prevention system. This system has been enabled to prevent people from sharing their games on PS4. Because in order to play games on a PS4 console you should have a valid license.
The sharing games facility leads to an issue that, anyone can log in with another person’s account, download the game and play it forever. Sony wants to stop it by getting justice to the persons who have really purchased the game.
Many of them are not aware of this issue on their consoles. At an unexpected time, you may see a padlock appearing in the lower right corner. It doesn’t entirely mean that you are using another person’s account. Also occurs due to many reasons which we are going to discuss in the next part of the content.
How To Unlock The Locked Games On PS4?
Here, I have shortlisted a couple of methods by which you can remove the padlock from your PS4.
- Restore Game License
- Activate As Primary PS4
So, these are the couple of methods by which we are going to remove the padlock from your PS4. Continue reading the following content.
Also read: How to Unlock the Locked Games on PS5?
Method 1: Restoring Game License
If you couldn’t play games but the game is active, you have to wait for a few minutes. Allow the PS4 to communicate with the PSN servers to check whether you have a valid license to access the game. If it continues for a long time try using the following method to resolve the issue.
STEP1: Initially, access your PSN account with which you face padlock issues.
STEP2: Navigate to Settings –> Account administration.
STEP3: Click on Restore Licenses.
Now you have a valid license to play games on PS4. Using the following steps you can download games on your PS4 console.
STEP4: Navigate to the PS4 library and click on the Purchased option.
STEP5: Click on the games and press the Download button.
STEP6: Once the download finishes, the game which you have installed will appear on the console’s home screen.
Now, the padlock symbol will vanish, allowing you to play your desired games without any hustle.
Method 2: Activate As Primary PS4
In account, if the previous method has not worked, try using this second solution. I hope you will be familiar with primary and secondary PS4. In primary PS4 the lock will never appear because it will store licenses on the machine and you need not restore it constantly.
If you are using a secondary PS4, you need an active internet connection to restore your PS4 licenses. Any problem with network connection while restoring licenses may pave the way to appear lock again. Don’t worry. You can easily rectify the issue just by following the below-given steps carefully.
STEP1: Navigate to Settings –> Account management.
STEP2: Select the Activate as a primary option and disable it. Yes, you have to disable it first.
STEP3: Now, Enable the option without leaving the window.
STEP4: Now, try to access the game which had padlock previously.
Check Whether Your Account Has Banned!!
Also, you have to check whether your PSN account has been banned. Because with a banned account you can’t communicate with the PSN server. If your account has been banned you can’t restore your licenses. Make sure that your games are working properly by logging in to your account.
Also Read: How to Install and Watch TNT on PS4/PS5?
Conclusion
That’s all guys. This is all you need to know about the locked games on PS4. I hope the content will be useful and satisfactory. By using the above-given steps you can easily remove the padlock and carry on with playing your games. Better don’t share your game and your account. The person who has the primary account can have access to your game and you will be kicked off from your game. Stay on the track and update yourself with technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my game show a lock symbol on PS4?
You can remove the locked symbol on the downloaded game by refreshing it. Indeed, you can do it either by going to the Account Settings or navigating to the respective game from where you use to play games.
How can I play a locked game on PS4 without the internet?
Seemingly, you can play a locked game on PS4 without the internet by restoring your game license. You can do that by navigating to Settings –> Account Management –> Restore Licenses. Further, click on the Restore option to fix the issue and continue playing a locked game on PS4 without the internet.
How Do I Unlock My Games on PS4?
To unlock your games on PS4, first, you should log into the PSN account the game was bought on. Next, go to the Settings option, select the Accounts Administration option, and then click on Restore Licences.