I hadn't used my PlayStation Portal for a year, but Sony's new update changed everything
The latest update for the PlayStation Portal has completely revitalized the handheld. When I first reviewed it two years ago, I noted its promise and even said:
"If it had access to cloud gaming too, it'd be better still."
That prediction has finally come true. Sony introduced limited cloud gaming a year ago in beta form and for only a few select titles. Now, with the largest update since its release, the PlayStation Portal supports hundreds of games through cloud streaming—no PS5 or PS5 Pro connection required.
A complete cloud integration
Cloud gaming has now launched fully, moving beyond the testing phase. Sony expanded the service substantially, adding support for streaming many of your purchased games. The company claims over a thousand titles are compatible, and players can now browse them under a new section called "Your Library." Selecting a title loads it for instant play, often with minimal lag according to early impressions.
Rediscovering an old collection
With the update installed, I immediately found over a hundred of my owned PS5 and classic titles ready to stream. Many had been sitting untouched for years, and the new system made accessing them effortless. For anyone with a long history of PlayStation ownership, this update feels like unlocking a personal archive of forgotten games.
Author’s summary: Sony’s major PlayStation Portal update introduces full cloud gaming support, making hundreds of purchased titles instantly accessible and rekindling interest in the handheld device.