Sony’s PlayStation 4 gaming console is packed with features and there is no doubt about its capabilities. So far, people are leaning toward PS4 over Xbox One. This is not only because it has great hardware, but also because it has a plethora of critically acclaimed exclusive games. So if you already own a PS4, PS4 Slim, or PS4 Pro and typically play games on your TV, you may find that your gaming sessions are frequently interrupted when family members or guests pick up the TV remote. You may have noticed that. house. Well, Sony has a solution for you all in the form of PS4 Remote Play. This feature has been available for years, but it only became available on PC last year. So, if you’re already interested, we’ll show you exactly how to play PS4 games on your PC using Remote Play.
Connect your PC to PS4 for remote play
First, you need to make sure your PS4 is running firmware 3.50 or later . If not, you’ll need to run a software update on your PS4. Next, during the initial setup process , you will need to make sure that both your PC and PS4 are connected to the same WiFi network . Once done, simply follow the steps below and the process will be completed within minutes.
- Download and install the PS4 Remote Play app for Windows and macOS from here .
- On your PS4 console, go to Settings from the home screen, indicated by the briefcase icon .
- Scroll down and click “Remote Play Connection Settings” .
- Once done, check the box next to Enable Remote Play and click Add Device .
- An 8-digit code will now appear on your screen. This code is valid for 5 minutes.
- Next, open the Remote Play app on your PC and connect your DualShock 4 controller to your PC using a USB cable or wireless adapter. Click Start when finished.
- You will now need to log in to your PSN account . Once you enter your credentials, your PC will start searching for your PS4 to connect to. However, if it does not connect automatically after a while, click “Register Manually” .
- Next, enter the 8-digit code displayed on your PS4 and click “Register.”
- When you connect to your PS4 for the first time, you’ll be asked to select a streaming quality for Remote Play. This window allows you to select the resolution and frame rate of your stream . Once you have made your selections, click OK and you will now see the PS4 menu streamed to your PC.
You can now set up Remote Play on your PC without any hassle. So let’s take a look at everything you can do with this nifty feature that Sony has introduced.
Everything you can do with remote play
Control your PS4 on the go
Have you forgotten to turn off your PS4 at home? Once you open the Remote Play app on your PC and connect it to your paired PS4, you’ll have full access to the PS4 menu and the ability to turn off your console while you’re away.
Turn any computer into a game console
Well, not everyone has powerful hardware to run all the latest games, right? With Remote Play, you simply stream content from your PS4 using the internet. Therefore, there is no need to have high-end specs at all. The 2010 MacBook Air can also run all games at the maximum possible frame rate with the help of Remote Play streaming. That being said, you need to make sure your internet connection speed is at least 5 Mbps or faster for the Remote Play feature to work properly.
Play all your favorite games on the go
Are you taking a break at work or traveling long distances? Install the Remote Play application on your laptop so you never forget your PS4 when you leave it at home. If your PS4 is turned on at home, you can access it remotely if your laptop is already paired with it. No matter where you are in the world, you can play all your favorite games from your laptop as if you never left home. All you need is an internet connection fast enough to handle the stream.
See also: How to connect PS4 to your phone and unlock more features
Play PS4 games on PC using Remote Play
Well, for a long time, Remote Play was a feature exclusive to Sony’s PSP and PS Vita devices. Honestly, I don’t think anyone would buy a portable console just for remote play. But once it was available on Android devices, there was a glimmer of hope that it would one day be available on PC as well. Thanks to Sony, that’s now a reality and everyone has started to realize the usefulness of the Remote Play feature. Have you already completed the setup process and tried out Remote Play on your PC? Let us know your experience with this nifty feature by typing a few words in the comments section below.
