Sony has today announced a new model of the PS Portal will be future-proofed with the addition of internal storage. The new version is launching on 10th December 2026 at the same price as the current model (¥39,980), but only in Japan.

Just like the Japan-specific PS5 console Sony sells, this new PS Portal model can only be set to the Japanese language and use a PSN account from the Japan region.

The new model also comes in black, but the big detail here is the fact Sony has "an eye towards future functionality", as it includes internal storage for the PS Portal. More information on that front is coming soon.

It doesn't share any further details on what the addition might entail, but the PS6 is rumoured to have a handheld device supporting the home console. Might that have something to do with the PS Portal refresh? This model also comes with a month of PS Plus Premium bundled in, so you can start streaming PS5 games straight away.

Since you don't need a PS5 anymore to stream your games, and can just do it via a PS Plus Premium membership, Sony is also updating this new model's name:

"Reflecting this expansion of gameplay beyond remote play, the product name for this new model has been changed from 'PlayStation Portal Remote Player' to 'PlayStation Portal Player.'"

The new PS Portal mode is available to pre-order from 13th November 2026, with a view to releasing on 10th December in Japan. We'll keep you updated on whether this updated version is announced for other territories.