In more than a decade, PlayStation becomes one of the major gaming console devices in the market since online gaming started. In general, though Sony PlayStation 4 is the most widely used gaming console so far, it seems that still, some users are not aware of some of its features. At times, you may encounter a situation when you try opening a game on the PlayStation 4 and somehow the game shows a locked icon. If you’re facing the same, check how to unlock locked games on PS4.
Well, it might occur due to several possible reasons that we can’t deny. As already mentioned, the lock icon is also known as ‘Padlock’ on PS4 which can appear to the specific PlayStation console users to prevent piracy from being shared with other PlayStation console users. Generally, you basically require a valid license for the PS4 games to go through this state. Otherwise, anyone can sign into your console with another PlayStation account and then download their favourite games.
Why Games are Locked on PS4?
This specific PS4 game-locked sign is present for a long time but not everyone is aware of it yet. It is basically located in the bottom right corner of the screen interface on the PlayStation 4 console. However, it doesn’t mean you’re using a pirated account or video games on your PS4 console. But the padlock icon indicates that it’s being used to protect against piracy or copying. Even if you do not have a shared game, you’ll have difficulties with locked games if you have 2 PS4 consoles.
In some cases, locked games on PS4 show a padlock icon and if you attempt to run the game, you will receive an error that there is no license enlisted. As per multiple reports, the padlock icon appears only on games that aren’t downloaded or installed properly. Either the physical copy of a game needs to be purchased or the digital version of a game requires a license. Whenever PlayStation recognizes a PS4 game that isn’t licensed, the padlock icon will appear even if you have downloaded it.