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How to play god of war 1 on ps5?

How to Play God of War 1 on PS5? A Comprehensive Guide

God of War 1, initially released in 2005, is an action-adventure game that has been re-released on various consoles over the years. So, can you play the original God of War game on the PlayStation 5? The answer is: yes, but with some caveats.

Which Version of God of War 1 Can You Play on PS5?

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Before we dive into how to play God of War 1 on PS5, it’s essential to understand that there are three versions of the game you can play on the next-generation console:

  • The original God of War released in 2005 with 4:3 screen resolution and a lower overall quality.
  • HD Remaster (God of War HD) re-released in 2007 with 16:9 screen resolution and visual enhancements.
  • 1080p Edition bundled with the God of War Collection in 2010, featuring 1080p resolution and further upgraded graphics.

For this guide, we’ll focus on the HD Remaster version, as it offers the best balance of quality and compatibility with modern hardware.

System Requirements and Compatibility

Before launching God of War 1 on your PS5, ensure your console meets the minimum system requirements:

PS5 Model: You can play God of War 1 on PS5 models CF00, CF50 (with CZ5000AA, and CZ5008AA hardware), as well as the Limited Edition model.

Important Note: God of War 1 is not fully compatible with the PS5 CF03 hardware. If you have one of these consoles, there’s a possibility you won’t be able to access the game’s menu functions.

How to Get God of War 1 on PS5

Method 1: Manual Download and Installation

Step 1. Enable PS1 Compatibility in Settings

  1. Power on your PS5, and navigate to Settings.
  2. Find Saved Data and game Save Data.
  3. Select Game Patches.
  4. Set PS1 Settings to Enabled.

Step 2. Download the PlayStation 1 Classics Collection Game

  1. Launch your PS5’s PSTV (Remote Play) app on Settings > Screens and Video Output and enable Remote Play Allow Management.
  2. Sign in to your desired account, and go to the PlayStation store.
  3. On the PS1 Games tab, select God of War (2005).
  4. Choose to download the game (remember to select the 1000 MB file and not the 10K DLC).

Step 3. Install God of War 1 on PS5

  1. Once the download complete, navigate to Notes > Games App.
  2. Here, you’ll find two God of War (HD) files: one should be God of War (HD) and other is God of War (HD) DEMOS.
  3. Extract the God of War (HD) file content using a Romeo tool or wait for the next steps without doing so.

How to Play God of War 1 on PS5:

Now that you’ve copied the game, it is essential to ensure compatibility so that you can enjoy both single-player and multiplayer missions:

  1. Select game settings: In-game menu can be accessed using [Select] and navigate.

Troubleshoot Issues

Resolution/Frame Rate:
Frame rate issues may occur.

  1. Check Console Performance.
  2. Update your console’s Operating System.
  3. Configure the game settings as much as possible (turn off some of video quality settings to avoid rendering and other effects) try playing the game and let me know the frame that I can set as max.

We’ve covered the steps to play God of War 1 on PS5. Since it’s an older PS1 game, it needs a bit of manual interaction and tweaking. The information in this article will help you enjoy this classic action game on your PS5 platform.

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