Since the PlayStation 5 launched last November, free PS4 to PS5 upgrades have been fairly common as developers re-release their titles with enhancements for the new generation. The only problem has been if you own a physical copy of a PS4 game, you would have to also buy the PS5 system with a disc drive in order to qualify for the free upgrade — that is until now. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is the first game we're aware of that allows you to upgrade from the physical PS4 edition to a digital version on PS5, meaning you can still freely qualify for the current-gen adventure even if you have a discless system.
There is a process attached to this free upgrade, but it seems worth it if you want to save some cash. You essentially need to validate your purchase of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order with EA and then it will send you a digital code to redeem on PS5. To get things started, you must head on over to the EA Help website and select PS5 as your platform of choice. Then pick the first option labelled "Codes and promotions", and then "Replace disc with code". You'll then be prompted to fill out a form with a proof of purchase attached to it — we assume a screenshot of either a physical receipt or online order confirmation will suffice.
The form states an EA advisor will address your query within 72 hours, so while you may have to wait a few days for the code to come through, it's better than double-dipping. So, despite EA dropping this PS5 version without any fanfare whatsoever, it actually seems to have done a really good job of making it a smooth process. Not only can physical PS4 owners grab a free digital copy on PS5, but the port has also circumvented the awkward save transfer process. You can simply download your PS4 save from PS Plus cloud storage or a USB stick and the PS5 version will recognise it straight away. Why can't all PS4 to PS5 upgrades be this simple?
[source ea.com]
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Heads up UK PS5 ratchet and clank bundles are up at symths toys UK. £509.99 so you save £10 overall.
You cannot buy one yet but they are there.
Good luck.
Good job EA.
And the process to get the code looks like they put some effort into it.
@kuzronk
True just trying to help those that do not.
Downloaded yesterday, but when I reached Bogano. Cal’s head is now not attached to his body. He looks like a bobblehead. It springs around when you move. Not sure if anyone else has come across this?! 🤔🤣
@JohnF1980 Lower the midichlorian count.
Wow, that’s really cool. And EA of all publishers. Kudos. Now all I need do is grab a cheap pre-owned copy and get a PS5 code. I wonder if they’ll still approve it with a receipt that shows £15.99?
@Dezzy70 good spot, cheers mate. Hopefully I'll receive a notification as soon as they're available.
@kuzronk don't be so sure.
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@JohnF1980 Yeah, my bug was BD floating outside of the ship during an hyperspace sequence, and then it was stuck very far from me.
A little patch or two will fix that, I'm sure.
But the update itself is quite barebone as far as I've noticed. Better resolution and framerate (even if the 30 fps in this version is unplayable, and I say that as someone who enjoys 30fps without any issue, and has been for years... but this time, it is really badly implemented which means only the performance mode is ok). But no difference except resolution between quality and performance modes (textures popping, asset complexity, shadow quality, etc, all the same I think).
The only thing that really changed I've noticed is the lighting, which seems even better than in the original.
Another thing is the audio : I can confirm there is 3D audio, but with the common issue of having sounds a bit muffled. To test it, go to Zeffo, stay on the landing pad and listen to the Tie Fighters flying above you. With 3D audio enabled, their sound will definitely come from above, while when disabled, there is no verticality, but the sounds have more punch to them.
Too many hoops but hey its a start
@Olmaz yeah I have to admit I wasn’t exactly blown away by the upgrade. Still another platinum to add to the collection I suppose 😃
@Col_McCafferty
No worries could drop anytime with Symths toys keep checking on their website.
It’s a pain but worth it.
@JohnF1980 That's true! After getting the PS5 Spider-Man Remastered platinum last week when I bought Miles Morales Ultimate Edition, SWJFO PS5 became my 30th Platinum!
And no, I feel no shame for bragging about double Platinums!
Why EA silent about this upgrade? The upgrade is actually good and not complicated, there's no save file to upload, just download the game and play. Weird.
Also good guy ea for giving the digital code for free if you have the ps4 disc 😃
Finished the game but this is good of EA or maybe Respawn Entertainment had a say in it like no MTX?
Also like the new game+ adding, should be a standard overall. PS4 save data transfer was easy too.
From what I see, you need to specifically select a discless console like the PS5 digital edition or series S. They also ask you for either a copy of the receipt/box from your discless console or a screenshot from your console with your PSN ID visible.
I submitted mine even tho I have the disc copy, we’ll see if they go for it! If not, I still have the free disc upgrade. Just slightly more hassle involved.
@JohnF1980 I've noticed a lot of weird visual bugs with it, wall textures popping in and out, and in one of the tombs there was a some horrible glitch where bits of the structure would disappear and reappear. My lightsabre disappeared at one point too. I think there'll be a patch soon
@Dislecksier Yeah my bug didn’t seem game breaking but it was just off putting lol. When you stop moving it’s just there moving around 😂
Who keeps receipts? I never do for games, though I've been 100% digital since 2013 so those emails are saved but actual paper receipts... maybe a week or two max.
Wow. I wish more developers did this. I bought 99% of my PS4 physical, but I bought a digital PS5. So I've been rebuying all of my games.
Hate to say it about ea, but at least on the Star Wars side they have been outstanding since battlefront 2
ITs crazy tha EA of all companies is I believe the first to offer this. I'm all digital so it's no matter to me but I do hope this becomes a trend.
So no reciept no upgrade.....thats me screwed then ☹
@redd214 you gotta realize why it’s not the norm though right?
@dskatter Please let me know if they approve your attempt, I'd rather own a purely digital version (but for free).
@KidBoruto Will do!
@AhmadSumadi oh course, thanks
@liamcroft? Does this work with a pre-owned copy if you have proof of purchase?
@dskatter Did they ever get back to you with an answer?
I asked for a status update on if they would give you the digital only version for free, despite having a disc console.
@KidBoruto Apologies for the delay!
They sorta did. First, they asked me to resubmit the info I just submitted. I wrote back and said the info I sent was right there and I’d already used that exact link.
Then another person responded and asked me to resend in a few days as they didn’t have codes yet.
THEN I responded again and asked them to just put me on a list and send the code when they got it.
The next day I had a code. Redeemed it and…nothing. No non-disc version in my account. I think because I already have a disc upgrade that their code won’t give me the non-disc download version. :/
So I think I screwed myself by doing the disc upgrade first! FYI the code definitely does not give you access to a PS4 download either.
@dskatter So you think the non download code would have worked, if you hadn't have claimed the disc upgrade already?
I'll probably make an attempt then, I have yet to upgrade the game myself via disc to digital.
Any advice or trips you could share?
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