# Can A PS5 Play PS1 Games? The Answer Is A Little Complicated

> It's a well-known fact that most PS4 games will work on the PS5. But can you play those classic PS1 titles on the PS5?

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1653890/can-playstation-5-play-ps1-games-answer-complicated/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6787f5c8e843c36d657f0e9c)
- **Published:** 2025-01-15
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #nintendo #sony #playstation #games #play #answer #complicated #little
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