11 Next-Gen Console Features You Might Be Overlooking (and How to Use Them)

10. Cloud Saves and Cross-Gen Progression

Protecting your game progress is one of the smartest moves a gamer can make. With cloud saving on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, you can synchronize your data across devices (and even generations!) with just a few clicks. Save a big milestone on your console, then pick up right where you left off on a friend’s system or your shiny new upgrade. If you ever need to wipe your console, move to a new model, or just want peace of mind, these cloud features are essential. To turn them on, just check your system’s account settings and make sure cloud save syncing is enabled—PlayStation Plus and Xbox Live Gold are required for some advanced features. If issues crop up, the troubleshooting menus usually have answers. Never worry about lost saves again. With cloud sync, your progress comes with you, no matter what.