PS Portal Update Adds Full Cloud Streaming Two Years After Launch

"At the time of writing, there are 2,845 games that support PS Portal Cloud Streaming. This includes several of Sony's biggest first-party titles like Ghost of Yotei and Astro Bot, alongside third-party titles like Borderlands 4 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Games from the PS Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog are compatible as well, and Sony has introduced a new home screen that features three tabs to help distinguish between the various modes: Remote Play, Cloud Streaming, and Search."

"Remote Play requires a PS5 console paired to a PS Portal so that installed games can be streamed directly from the system onto the handheld. This mode doesn't require a PS Plus Premium membership, but Cloud Streaming does. The search option will let users look up any game that supports Cloud Streaming."

"Other new features being introduced for both Remote Play and Cloud Streaming include 3D audio support when using a compatible audio device like the Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, a passcode lock screen, and a network status screen so that PS Portal owners can quickly check the quality of their connection."

"The new features that'll be unique for the Cloud Streaming functions are updated accessibility options, an in-game store that supports in-game purchases during a game stream, and game invites from friends who are playing the same game."

PS Portal now supports cloud streaming for PS Plus Premium members, offering access to 2,845 compatible titles including first-party hits (Ghost of Yotei, Astro Bot) and third-party games (Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth). The device adds a new home screen with Remote Play, Cloud Streaming, and Search tabs. Remote Play still requires a paired PS5 but does not need PS Plus Premium; Cloud Streaming requires PS Plus Premium. New shared features include 3D audio support with compatible devices, a passcode lock screen, and a network status screen. Cloud-specific features include updated accessibility options, an in-game store for purchases during streams, and friend game invites.

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