Summary
Downloadable content and add-ons have been one of the most constant things in gaming since, like, forever. And why wouldn’t they? They give you new storylines, characters, items, and features that make your favorite games even better. And in some cases, they come in super handy when the game ends up being shorter than you’d like it to be (that’s a jab at Spider-Man 2, by the way).
But we digress. The downside, here, is they take up storage, and as yourPS5starts to fill up, you’ve gotta make some room. The good news is you can uninstall DLC and add-ons without losing the actual games. This guide will show you how to do it on your PS5 and reclaim that precious real estate storage. We’ll walk through the steps to finding and deleting the extra content, while keeping all your progress and the core games intact. Let’s get started.
Things To Keep In Mind
While the process of uninstalling DLC and add-ons is straightforward, there are some important factors to keep in mind. Let’s take a quick look at those before we move on to the actual thing:
Uninstalling DLC And Add-Ons On Your PS5
Alright, let’s walk through how to uninstall those DLCs and add-ons from your PS5.
If you’ve got multiple DLCs or add-ons to remove, no problem! Just repeat those last few steps for each one you want uninstalled.
Tips For Managing Your Storage
Here’s a few tips and tricks you can adapt to make better use of your console’s storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will uninstalling DLC delete my save data?
Generally, no. Uninstalling DLC or add-ons doesn’t affect your save data for the base game. However, any progress specific to the DLC content may become inaccessible until you reinstall the DLC.
If I uninstall the DLC, can I reinstall it later for free?
Absolutely. However, you have got to make sure that you’re logging into the same Playstation Network account that originally bought the DLC/add-on. That way, you can go ahead and download it again from the store whenever you want!
Can I uninstall DLC that came pre-installed with the game?
Sure, this is usually not a problem. However, there are a few games out there which come pre-bundled with add-ons that you can’t really uninstall because they’re integral to the game, so that’s a bummer. But outside of that, we’d reckon you’re pretty sorted.
