Sony’s added a new icon to the PS5’s user interface to demonstrate which games can be streamed. You’ll see the symbol – a kind of cloud shape with a PS Plus logo next to it – on the home screen, as well as on tiles in your Game Library. If you press options then you’ll be given the option to stream, assuming you’re a PS Plus Premium subscriber.
Obviously, this new cloud streaming functionality is still rolling out around the world, with Europe and Japan getting initial access, and North America scheduled to follow from around 30th October. In addition to digital titles you’ve purchased, the functionality will also be available for select PS Plus games and Game Trials, which should make testing out titles much easier than before.
The Japanese giant has also been working on the overall quality of its cloud streaming tech, with 4K video output at up to 60 frames-per-second now supported. Obviously, you’ll need a sturdy Internet connection in order to benefit from the highest quality video footage, but it’s nice to see the platform holder continue to iterate on this area of its services
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Kool a new icon ✨️
Wasn't this a thing since PS+ Premium was introduced?
@Voltan
Yes, hence why the icon looks like a DualShock 4 in a cloud.
But does it shine and change color like the disc icon.
I just tried this yesterday for genshin impact in order to get a ps stars reward. .
it can be weird but maybe ps stars justify premium for me from now on
I was at first shocked Sony beat Xbox at being able to play owned digital games via streaming, but seeing how it’s limited to certain games (reason we get this icon) is likely why Xbox has been dragging their feet. It would be a confusing thing to communicate.
@Voltan yes but only for games on the subscription, now they've added the ability to stream some games that you own that aren't on the subscription library.
@Barryburton97 I see, that makes sense
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