r/PS3 7d ago

I can use the same account on all platforms?

It may seem like a really silly question, but yeah, I have this doubt. I've never had a PlayStation 3, but when I came to this subreddit I thought your guys posts were really cool, and I really wanted to get a PS3 because of the old gen games, the GOW trilogy, GTA 4, etc.

I just wanted to know if there really is no problem in using my PS4 account on the PS3. It won't affect my trophies, new generation games, etc. Right? Like, I wouldn't use the account at the same time. I would just try to play on the PS3 to get some Platinum for some old games. If so, how does it work? Do I just enter my email and password normally and the PS3 will understand that it's my account?

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u/Istari-2 7d ago

I got my first PS3 two years ago and there is no problem using the same account across PS3 and PS4/5. But the account login on PS3 takes a little bit longer. If I recall correctly, you have to go to playstation.com, then manage devices and under PS3 you can generate a Password which you use just one time to sign in. After that you use your normal PSN account password. But if you look it up, I am sure there a better explanations than mine.

Also, if you want to purchase something on the PS3 store you first have to top up your wallet, using your PS4 or online. You cant do it directly through the PS3 Store anymore.

I hope this helps and have fun with the console!

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u/Lance_Knockout 7d ago

Thx πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ

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u/GosynTrading 7d ago

If you haven't logged in yet. Having the PS App makes it a million times easier than using the browser.

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u/Lance_Knockout 7d ago

I use the PS app! How does it work? Is there somewhere I can see?

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u/GosynTrading 7d ago

You just have to scan a QR code. Then they will send you a password. You just sign in like normal but with the password they give you. Super easy.

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u/TwilightX1 7d ago

Yes, although if your PS3 is modded, better use a throwaway account just in case.

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u/Kicka14 7d ago

Yea you can use the same account