Sony introduced the PlayStation Portal last year as a Remote Player for its PlayStation 5 gaming console. The company has now launched this handheld device in the Indian market. The PlayStation Portal allows you to play PS5 games using your home Wi-Fi and aims to deliver a console-level experience in a portable design.
Sony PlayStation Portal Specifications
The handheld device resembles a DualSense controller with an 8-inch LCD screen attached. It can connect to a PlayStation 5 effortlessly and remotely power on the console with a single button press. Users can then enjoy their favorite games on this device with minimal lag. The PlayStation Portal connects to your home Wi-Fi, enabling console gaming without the need for a TV.
PlayStation Portal Features
The display boasts a Full HD resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. It supports both PS5 and PS4 games (as long as they are running on a PS5). However, the Portal does not support VR-specific games, games requiring additional peripherals, or PS Plus Premium streamed games. Similar to the standard DualSense Wireless controller, the handheld features haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Note that your PS5 must be powered on or in Rest Mode to pair with the Remote Player.
Pricing and Availability
Sony’s PlayStation Portal Remote Player is priced at 18,990 INR (approximately 227 US Dollars). It will be available for purchase starting from 3rd August 2024. You can buy this device from Sony Centers, Flipkart, Amazon, Vijay Sales, Reliance, Croma, BlinkIt, and other partnered retailers.
Last year, I wrote an article about the PlayStation Portal, diving deeper into this handheld. Some features were unclear, and I hoped for PlayStation Plus support on this device, but that does not appear to be the case.
