Spotify and Sony have taken their collaboration to new levels. You can even spot a dedicated Spotify button on the PS5 media remote, making it effortless to play Spotify music with ease. However, what if you want to enjoy Spotify while gaming? Do you need to exit your game, head back to the media section, and start playback separately? Fortunately, that’s not necessary.

You can continue to listen to Spotify music on PS5 without leaving your game screen. Even better, you don’t need to open the Spotify app on your console, as you can control everything directly from your phone or pre-download tracks to a USB drive and listen to them while playing PS5. And we will discuss all the ways, step by step. Beyond that, we’ll also guide you through critical tasks like linking a Spotify account, switching to a new account, and troubleshooting common issues that may arise with Spotify integration on the Playstation.

Is Spotify Free for Listening on PS5?

Yes, Spotify is free for listening on PS5. Plus, it doesn’t matter whether you have a premium or free account: you can play Spotify music as usual on the console. Of course, free users will experience the same typical limitations: ads.  Premium users, on the other hand, will enjoy the premium features they’re accustomed to.

But don’t worry! As you proceed, we’ve included a cool way that the free users can use to get premium-like treatment on PS5, which is using Eassiy All-in-one Music Converter to download Spotify music to USB without premium.

How to Listen to Spotify on PS5 While Gaming Using USB

The Spotify app on the PlayStation 5 allows streaming but lacks an option for offline downloads. If you want Spotify music offline access on PS5, the solution is simple: download your Spotify songs onto a USB drive and connect the USB to your PS5 for music playback. Since Spotify doesn’t support direct downloads to external storage, you’ll need a dedicated tool like StreamFox for Music.

As the Eassiy All-in-one Music Converter, StreamFox can download Spotify songs in their original yet high-quality 320 kbps MP3 format, ensuring compatibility with your PS5’s media player. A key advantage of StreamFox is that it is not limited to Premium users, both free and premium users can download songs to a USB drive easily.

Plus, there are no limits on the song downloads. Whether you’re saving a single track or an entire playlist, StreamFox ensures that each download retains its original audio fidelity, making your PS5 listening experience immersive and interruption-free.

Download Spotify Music to USB Using StreamFox for Music

Step 1. After installing StreamFox on your Mac or Windows computer. Open it and from the main interface, select Spotify as the source for downloads.

Step 2. You will see the native Spotify web player within StreamFox. Simply login it using your free or premium account credentials and proceed.

Step 3. Drag any songs, playlists, or albums you want for your PS5 to the plus + icon on the right side.

Step 4. On the next window, click Convert All to start converting the selected music into MP3 files on your computer.

Move the Downloaded Spotify Songs to the USB Drive

Once you’ve downloaded the songs on your computer, transfer them to a USB drive. Here are the steps:

Step 1. Connect a USB drive to your Windows or Mac device.

Step 2. Check the file system format of the USB drive. If the format isn’t FAT32, format the USB accordingly. Of course, back up any data if you have to format the drive, as formatting will erase everything on the USB drive.

Step 3. Open File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) and access the USB drive.

Step 4. Create a folder in the root directory of the USB drive and name it Music. This step is crucial.

Step 5. Copy and paste your desired songs into the Music folder.

Play Spotify from the USB on PlayStation 5

Even when gaming, you will have to use the Music tab to access your downloaded Spotify songs stored on the USB. Keep in mind, the Media Library on PS5 won’t show audio files and it only displays pictures and videos. So, to play the downloaded music on the USB anytime, simply follow the steps below. 

Step 1. Plug the prepared USB drive into one of the available USB ports on your PS5.

Step 2. Open Control Center by pressing the PS button on your DualSense controller. Navigate to the Music tab.

Step 3. You’ll see a list of available music sources, including your inserted USB drive.

Step 4. Select the USB drive and it will display all the songs you added.

Step 5. Highlight any song and press the X button to start playing it.

Step 6. While gaming, you can return to Control Center.

Step 7. Navigate to the Music card. Here, you will find all the playback controls: Play, Pause, Next, Previous, Volume Adjustment, Shuffle, and Repeat.

How to Stream Spotify on PS5 While Gaming with the App

The Spotify app on the PS5 ensures that your music continues uninterrupted, even as you switch between apps or launch a new game.

Controlling Spotify playback is also effortless. The media playback integrates perfectly into the PS5 control center, where you’ll find everything you need: play, pause, next, previous, shuffle, and repeat options are all accessible without leaving your game. This makes it a convenient solution for gamers who want music on demand without distractions.

Let’s walk through how to install and log in to the Spotify app on PS5:

Step 1. Set up Spotify on PS5

• Switch to the Media tab on your PS5 home screen. If you’re currently on the Game tab, press R1 to navigate to Media. Use the left stick or D-pad to scroll down and find All Apps. Once highlighted, press X to open it.



• Look for Spotify in the All Apps section. Once Spotify appears, hover over it and press X to open its details page.



• On the app’s page, select Download. Once done, press Start to launch the Spotify app.



• Select Log In. You’ll be presented with several login options. Choose one that’s easiest for you and complete the login process.

Step 2: Start Spotify Playback on PS5

Once you’ve logged in to Spotify on PS5, you’ll find curated playlists, recommended tracks, and popular gaming charts. Of course, you can quick access to Home, Your Library, and Search at the top.

To play a song or playlist:

• Select any tile by hovering over it.



• From the home screen, you can launch any game. Meanwhile, Spotify will continue to play in the background.
• To control the playback while gaming, simply press the PlayStation button again to open the control center.
• At the bottom left, you’ll see the Spotify music card showing the currently playing track along with other cards related to the specific game.



• Use the D-pad to navigate to the card and press X to open it. From here, you can: Pause, Play, Skip Tracks. Repeat and Shuffle are accessible via the three-dot menu options.

How to Play Spotify on PS5 While Gaming via Phone Control

You can also use the Spotify app on your phone to initial and manage music playback on the PS5. However, for this to work, both devices should be logged into the same Spotify account. Plus, they also must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Here are the steps to make this happen.

Step 1: Connect Spotify to PS5 from Phone

• Launch Spotify on the phone. Start playing any song on your mobile app and go to the Now Playing screen.
• At the bottom left, tap the Devices (speaker) icon. You’ll see all devices on the same network. Select PS5.

Once done, the music will switch from your phone to the PS5, while you continue to play the game.

Step 2: Listen to Spotify on PS5

You can control the music from both ends: the PS5 or the phone. You can access the music card via the control center as discussed in the previous method or control the playback via the Spotify app.

How to Make Spotify Louder Than the Game on PS5

On the PlayStation 5, there are two ways to control audio: one at the console level and another at the game level. Both methods help you make Spotify louder than the in-game sounds. Let’s look at them in detail.

Way 1. By Adjusting Media Volume

You can raise media volume directly through the PS5’s control center. This adjustment applies universally across all games. It’s a PlayStation-level setting, meaning the changes will persist regardless of the game you’re playing. Here’s how to increase the media volume:

• Press the PlayStation button.
• Navigate to the sound icon (the speaker symbol) using the D-pad or left stick.
• Once inside the sound menu, look for the media volume slider.
• Move the slider to the right, increasing the media volume to a level where Spotify can be heard clearly over the game audio.

Way 2: Turning Off Game Sound

Some games, though not all, allow you to mute or lower in-game music independently. This option is available within the individual game’s settings menu. The good thing about this, it will mute the entire in-game sound, or some aspect of it, allowing you to only listen to Spotify music. Here’s an example with Fallout 76:

• While playing Fallout 6, press the Options button on your controller to open the game menu.
• Navigate to Settings and select Audio.



• In the audio menu, you’ll find various sliders for Master Volume, Music, Chat, and other sound elements.
• To mute all game sounds, reduce the Master Volume to zero. Alternatively, you can only lower the specific music elements as needed.

How to Fix Spotify Not Working on PS5

Rare glitches do happen with the Spotify app on the PS5. Maybe the app won't launch. Maybe the music won’t play. And these are most common right after you install the application or after an update. Let’s go through a few solutions to fix such issues, step by step.

Fix 1. Restore Licenses

When you install an app, PS5 registers it with the PlayStation Network. If that registration process glitches, the installed Spotify may not open or it may fail to stream properly. Follow these steps to refresh all digital content permission and get Spotify working smoothly:

• On the Home screen, navigate to the top-right corner and select the gear icon (Settings).



• Scroll down to Users and Accounts.
• In the Other tab, you’ll see an option called Restore Licenses. Select it.



• A confirmation prompt will pop up. Choose Restore and wait. It’ll take a moment for PS5 to revalidate everything.

Fix 2. Restart the Console

Restarting clears temporary bugs and resets background processes, which easily clear minor glitches that might be stopping Spotify from working on PS5. Here’s how to restart your PS5:

• Access the control center.
• Navigate all the way to the right and select the Power icon.



• From the power options, choose Restart PS5.

Fix 3. Update Spotify

If the Spotify app was working fine and only suddenly has started to act out, it is best to check for updates and get the recent version. To update the app, follow these steps:

• Navigate to the Media tab.
• Highlight the Spotify app. Press the Options button on your controller.
• Select Check for Update.
• Follow the prompts to update the app.

How to Unlink Spotify from PS5

Sometimes, you might want to switch to another Spotify account on your PS5 or simply to refresh the connection between Spotify and PS5. Also, since Spotify Connect requires a linked account to function properly, knowing how to unlink can really be useful.

Unlink Spotify Account Directly from PS5

If you’re currently on the console, you can unlink your Spotify account directly via the Settings menu. Here’s the process:

• On the PS5 Home screen, go to Settings.
• Choose Users and Accounts from the list.
• In the Linked Services section, select Spotify.



• On the next screen, select Unlink Account.



• A prompt will appear asking for confirmation. Select Yes, Unlink.

Unlink Spotify Without Using PS5

If you prefer unlinking remotely, you can also do this via the Spotify website. Follow these steps:

• Open your preferred web browser and go to Spotify.com.
• Log in to your Spotify account and click on your profile icon.
• From the drop-down menu, select Account.



• Go to the Security & Privacy section. Then, click on Manage Apps.



• Look for Sony in the list of connected apps. Then, click Remove Access.

Conclusion

That wraps up the discussion. You now have all the ways to listen to Spotify music on PS5 without ever interrupting your gameplay. We have also discussed how to make Spotify music offline by downloading it to a USB drive using the most reliable tool for this purpose: StreamFox for Music.

With StreamFox, you will still get the premium-level Spotify music for PS5 without needing a Spotify premium subscription.