Cloud Gaming Officially Arrives on PlayStation Portal
Cloud streaming becomes available on the PlayStation Portal today, allowing players to enjoy games directly on the handheld without needing to connect it to a PlayStation 5 console. This marks a significant milestone two years after the device’s original release and following a year-long beta phase.
According to the official PlayStation blog, Sony confirmed that cloud streaming will roll out for all users with a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription. This update finally allows the device to operate independently from a console, bringing the Portal closer to being a successor to the PSP.
At launch in 2023, the PlayStation Portal received criticism for its limited capabilities and need to stay connected to a PS5. Earlier handhelds like the PSP and PS Vita offered standalone gameplay, while the Portal initially functioned more like an accessory for remote play than a true console.
“The portable machine is not strictly playing them all by itself, and you do need a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription to do it, but the latest system update brings the PlayStation Portal a lot closer to being a true PSP successor.”
Summary
The PlayStation Portal finally gains full cloud gaming support, freeing it from PS5 dependency and marking Sony’s biggest handheld upgrade in years.