The All-New PS Portal Update Revives Enthusiasm
When I first reviewed the PlayStation Portal two years ago, I praised its potential and noted,
"If it had access to cloud gaming too, it'd be better still."After some time, that functionality has finally arrived in full form, transforming the handheld experience.
Cloud Gaming Expansion Beyond Beta
Sony introduced cloud gaming to the Portal a year ago, but it was limited to beta and a small selection of games. Now, the biggest update since launch lets you play hundreds of games without needing the Portal connected to a PS5 or PS5 Pro, and my tests show the gameplay is mostly lag-free.
Massive Library Access Through Streaming
Sony has greatly expanded its streaming library, providing access to a large portion of your owned games. More than a thousand titles are reportedly supported, accessible in a new Your Library section. Selecting a game loads it eventually, ready for play.
Strong Game Availability in Personal Collection
As a games and tech writer with a sizable PS5 and classic game collection, I found it hard to identify missing titles. Over a hundred games appeared immediately after updating the Portal, many of which I'd owned for years but had forgotten about.
“If it had access to cloud gaming too, it'd be better still.”
Author’s summary: Sony’s latest update breathes new life into the PlayStation Portal by unlocking extensive cloud gaming access, making it a powerful handheld for a vast library of games.