If you haven’t updated your PS4 console to a PlayStation 5 yet, you might find that you are starting to run out of space for your PS4 games. When you increase your PS4 storage with a new PS4 game drive, you can gain the space you need without having to invest in a full PlayStation system upgrade.

You will be surprised by the capacity available on many game drives. For example, if you want plenty of room to grow your collection without worrying about running out of space anytime soon, you could choose a PS4 external game drive with 8TB of storage. With that much space, you can store hundreds of games, plus DLC and media content, all in one place.

When choosing the best external game drive for your system and gaming collection, you will not only want to consider capacity but also hardware components. A PS4 external hard drive (HDD) is a popular choice for getting a lot of capacity at a budget-friendly price. For those who want a durable drive with no moving parts, a PS4 SSD (solid-state drive) could be the right choice even though it will be pricier.

Once you have loaded your games onto your external game drive, you can free up space on your PS4 gaming console, which might improve your console’s performance and allow you to use higher resolution and refresh rate settings. To make the most of your gaming visuals, consider investing in a gaming TV that can match your console’s resolution and refresh rate. Given the file size of VR games, fans of PlayStation VR will also benefit greatly from PS4 extended storage.

In terms of audio, you will want to immerse yourself in the soundscape of your PlayStation games. A PS4 headset is the most common choice for enjoying your gaming audio and communicating with other players. However, if you are gaming on your own, you might enjoy playing your game’s sound over a home theater audio system, especially if you have a surround sound system.

You will also want to ensure you are outfitted with all the PS4 controllers you need, including game-specific controller models, like steering wheels and pedals for racing games. Having the right controller for each game enhances your control and makes every gaming session more engaging.