- Cloud Streaming comes to PlayStation Portal for PS5 digital titles and the PS Plus Premium catalog.
- Requires PS Plus Premium subscription; the same Wi-Fi network and the console nearby are not required.
- New tabbed interface: Remote Play, Streaming and Search; plus 3D audio, lock and network status.
- Available in Spain from 03:00; more than a thousand compatible games and integration of purchases and invitations.
Today, a major update for PlayStation Portal is being rolled out, activating the cloud gaming (Cloud Streaming) and brings several usability improvements. In Spain, the rollout begins in the early hours of the morning, around 03:00h, with changes that affect both the functions and navigation of the device.
The Portal remains a remote gaming accessory for PS5, but with this new feature it takes a leap that brings it closer to what we expect from a portable device focused on streamingThe feature is available to those who have PS Plus premium, an essential requirement to access the broadcast from the PlayStation servers.
What changes with the update
With the new version, PlayStation Portal owners can stream PS5 digital games from your own library without having them installed on the console. Furthermore, the catalog included in Playstation Plus Premiumall of this directly from the device.
A key advantage is that You no longer need to be on the same Wi-Fi network as your PS5Nor do you need to have your console on hand to play via the cloud. Simply log in with your account and meet the subscription requirement to start playing games instantly.
Compatibility and available games
According to Sony, the list of games compatible with streaming on Portal exceeds a thousandAmong the featured titles are works such as Astro Bot, Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Fortnite, GTA V o Resident Evil 4 RemakeIt's also possible to play hits from the PS Plus Premium catalog, such as Hogwarts legacy, Cyberpunk 2077 o The Last of Us Part II Remastered.
If you prefer to continue a game exactly as you left it on your console, the mode remote use It's still there and doesn't require a subscription. The difference is that the cloud game It allows you to run titles that are not installed and does not require the proximity of the PS5.
New interface and added features
The update reorders the device's navigation with three main tabsRemote Play, Streaming, and Search. Search allows you to quickly locate games. suitable for Cloud Streaming both from your library and the service.
Experience improvements are also coming, such as the 3D audio support, new options of password lock and a screen of network status to check at a glance if your connection meets the recommended requirements.
During cloud sessions, the following are supported: in-game purchases and are managed friend invitations from the Portal itself, in addition to incorporating accessibility settings specific to streaming in the settings menu.
Requirements and usage scenarios
Thanks to cloud streaming, you can keep playing even someone else is using the TV or even if a friend is playing on your PS5 with their own account. The important thing is to have a stable connection that guarantees the image quality and low latency.
Availability in Spain and Europe
The feature rollout begins in Spain at 03:00 (night of November 5-6) and will extend to European territories within the same timeframe. To use it, it is essential to have Playstation Plus PremiumThe rest of Portal's features, such as Remote Use, remain available at no additional cost.
With this move, PlayStation Portal gains weight as streaming gaming device Thanks to access to PS5 titles from the cloud, a clearer interface, and useful additions like 3D audio, network lock and diagnostics; all while maintaining traditional remote use for those who prefer it.
