State of play announced that the ps5 version of crash bandicoot 4 will be free for ps4 version owners.
The ps5 version has enhanced audio, controls, frame rates, and resolution.
Upgrade and crossover from PS4
Already own the PS4 version of the game? We’ve got you covered. Owners of both the digital and physical versions of Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time can upgrade from the PS4 to the enhanced PS5 version at no additional cost.* PS4 digital owners can navigate to the PS5 version of the game at PlayStation Store and download it at no cost (except in Japan). PS4 disc owners must insert their disc into their PS5 and navigate to the PlayStation store to download the PS5 version at no cost (except in Japan)*. Internet connection is required to upgrade.
On top of that, you’ll be able to transfer your save data from PS4 to PS5 so you can start right where you left off. To do so, follow these steps:
Before starting confirm you have an internet connection and you are logged into your PS account.
On your PS4 navigate to the “Select a Save Slot” screen.
Select the slot with data you want to transfer to your PS5.
Use your controller to select Upload to cloud.
You will get a prompt to confirm the upload, select Upload to Cloud.
You will get a prompt indicating the upload was successful, click continue to return to the game.
On your PS5 navigate to the “Select a Save Slot” screen.
Select the slot you want to save your PS4 data to.
Use your controller to select Download Cloud Save.
You will get a prompt to confirm the download, select Download Cloud Save.
You will get a prompt to enter your initials, enter your initials and select Next.
You will get a prompt to select a playstyle, select Modern or Retro.
You will get a prompt that the download was successful, select continue to return to the game.
It's not free. It's a free upgrade from PS4 to PS5 version.