Can Ps4 Play Ps3 Games? This question often arises among users of the PlayStation 4. The sales performance of a console is heavily affected by its backward compatibility features. A system that can play older games is likely to see increased sales. Although we have fond memories of our older consoles, we continue to invest in new ones periodically. A notable instance from the beginning is the Xbox All-Digital Edition, which was a pricey, limited edition with a minimal selection of games.