The release of The Last of Us 2 Remastered for PS5 has excited fans of the game, but many are concerned about transferring their progress from the previous version on PS4. Thankfully, the process is relatively straightforward, although it does require some steps to ensure a successful transfer. In this article, we will guide you through the process of transferring your save data from PS4 to PS5, allowing you to continue your journey seamlessly on the new console.
If you have already uploaded your The Last of Us 2 PS4 save to the cloud, you can skip this section. However, if you haven’t, it is essential to do this first. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to upload your save data to the cloud:
1. Make sure your PS4 is turned on and connected to the internet.
2. Login to your PS4 with the account you last played The Last of Us 2 on.
3. Go to Settings, then Application Saved Data Management and Saved Data in System Storage.
4. Select Upload to Online Storage and find your The Last of Us 2 save.
5. Choose “All” to select all the save data, and then proceed to upload it to the cloud.
By following these steps, your PS4 save data will be safely stored in the cloud, ready to be downloaded on your PS5.
Assuming you have successfully uploaded your PS4 save data to the cloud, you can now proceed with downloading and importing it on your PS5:
1. Log into your PS5 using the same account as your PS4 save.
2. Go to Settings, then Saved Data and Game/App Settings, and select Saved Data (PS4) and Cloud Storage.
3. Look for The Last of Us 2 in the “Download to Console Storage” tab and initiate the download process.
4. Once the download is complete, launch The Last of Us 2 Remastered.
5. Select “Story” from the main menu, and you will be presented with the option to “Import Game.”
6. Choose the “Import Game” option and select the transferred data from the cloud.
7. If done correctly, your game progress, trophies, and other achievements should be unlocked on your PS5.
It is worth noting that certain extras, such as concept art and models unlocked with points, may need to be unlocked again.
If you don’t have access to cloud-based saves, you can still transfer your data using a USB drive. Here’s how:
1. Connect a USB drive to your PS4.
2. In Settings, go to Application Saved Data Management, then Saved Data in System Storage, and choose the “Copy to USB Storage Device” option.
3. Select your The Last of Us 2 save and choose “Copy” to transfer it to the USB drive.
4. On your PS5, connect the USB drive with the saved data and go to Settings.
5. Find the Saved Data and Game/App Settings section and select Saved Data (PS4).
6. Choose the option to “Copy or Delete from USB Drive” and proceed.
7. The option to “Copy to Console Storage” should appear, allowing you to select the save data from the USB drive and copy it to your console.
8. Once the transfer is complete, you can launch the game on your PS5 and import your save data as mentioned in the previous section.
Transferring your save data from PS4 to PS5 for The Last of Us 2 Remastered is a relatively straightforward process. Whether you choose to use cloud saves or a USB drive, following the steps outlined in this article will ensure a successful transfer of your progress. Now you can continue your journey in this gripping post-apocalyptic world on the new console, with all your hard-earned trophies and achievements intact. Happy gaming!
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