Sony is rolling out a new update for PlayStation Portal users participating in its Cloud Streaming Beta, enhancing user experience and functionality. This update, set to be available later today, brings several exciting features to the remote play system's cloud capabilities.
One of the key additions is the ability to sort games within the Cloud Streaming Beta catalog. Players can now organize titles by Name, Release Date, or based on when they were most recently added to PlayStation Plus, making it easier to navigate through the available games.
Another significant update is the introduction of gameplay capturing during Cloud Streaming sessions. Users can access the familiar create menu to take screenshots or record video clips. According to the PlayStation blog, video clips can be recorded at a resolution of up to 1920x1080 and last up to three minutes, offering ample opportunity to capture and share memorable moments from your gameplay.
Additionally, gameplay will now pause automatically when you open the PS Portal quick menu, enter rest mode using the power button, or if a system error message appears. However, the rest mode pause is limited to 15 seconds; if the Portal remains in rest mode beyond this time, the cloud streaming session will disconnect. It's important to note that pausing is not supported during online multiplayer sessions.
Other enhancements include a queue system for when the streaming server reaches capacity, notifications for inactivity, and tools for user feedback. Sony has expressed its commitment to continuously improving the service based on user input.
The Cloud Streaming Beta is exclusively available to PlayStation Plus Premium members, allowing them to stream select PS5 games from the PS Plus Catalog directly on the PS Portal. Last year's update transformed the Portal into more of a standalone cloud streaming device, and it appears Sony is dedicated to further refining this feature.
As cloud streaming becomes increasingly integrated into the gaming ecosystem, it will be fascinating to watch how Sony's offering develops in conjunction with the PlayStation Portal. At the very least, the ability to capture numerous screenshots during streaming sessions adds a fun and engaging layer to the experience.
