Sony’s PlayStation Portal, the game streaming device that allows players to access PS5 games remotely, is now set to launch in India. PlayStation India announced the handheld’s entry into the Indian market on Friday. Initially launched in the US and globally late last year, the PlayStation Portal enables users to stream their PS5 games with console-quality controls over a Wi-Fi connection. It features an eight-inch LCD display and includes DualSense wireless controller functions like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in supported games.
PlayStation Portal Price and Availability in India
The PlayStation Portal remote player is priced at Rs. 18,999 in India. It will be available in a single white color through Sony Centres, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales, Blinkit, and other participating retailers starting August 3.
PlayStation Portal Specifications and Features
The PlayStation Portal remote player boasts an eight-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. It can stream PS4 and PS5 games installed on Sony’s current-gen console at up to 60fps in full HD resolution. The display includes touch-enabled zones on both sides.
The device incorporates DualSense wireless controller features such as haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in compatible games. Connectivity options include a USB Type-C port for charging, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Sony’s proprietary PS Link feature, and Wi-Fi 5, but it does not support Bluetooth connectivity.
While the PlayStation Portal cannot run games natively, it allows players to stream games from their PS5 library over a home Wi-Fi network. This feature enables users to play their PS5 games on the PlayStation Portal even if the TV connected to the console is in use.
The PlayStation Portal operates through Sony’s Remote Play feature. To set up Remote Play, players need to turn on their PS5 or put it in rest mode, ensuring the console is connected to the Internet and updated to the latest system software version.
Source: Gadgets360
