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Install [PS Remote Play] on your Windows PC, and then connect to your PS4 console.
Get ready
You’ll need the following to use Remote Play:
Windows PC
OS Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit) Processor 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processors or later Storage space 100 MB or more RAM 2 GB or more Display resolution 1024 × 768 or higher Sound card Required USB port Required - PS4 console
Always update your PS4 console to the latest version of the system software. - An account for PlayStation™Network
Use the same account that you use for your PS4 console. If you don’t have an account, you’ll need to create one first. - High-speed internet connection
As a standard, we recommend a high-speed connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps. For best performance, we recommend a high-speed connection with upload and download speeds of at least 15 Mbps. - DUALSHOCK®4 wireless controller
- USB cable
Connect your Windows PC and your controller with a USB cable. You can also use a DUALSHOCK®4 USB wireless adaptor.
- You can also use your wireless controller for your PS5 console. Connect the controller to your Windows PC using a USB cable.
- To use voice chat, you’ll need a microphone, such as the built-in microphone on your Windows PC.
Install the app
You’ll only need to do these steps the first time you use the app. You can use the same app to connect to your PS4 console and PS5 console.
Download [PS Remote Play] and save it to your desktop or other location.
Read the “SIE application end user license agreement” as well as “Privacy policy”. When you select the checkbox, the download button will become available.
During the installation, you might see a request to download additional software that’s needed to use [PS Remote Play]. To download this software, follow the on-screen instructions.
Set up your PS4 console
Set up your PS4 console in the following ways. You’ll only need to do this the first time you use Remote Play:
- From the function screen, go to [Settings] > [Remote Play Connection Settings], and then turn on [Enable Remote Play].
- From the function screen, go to [Settings] > [Account Management] > [Activate as Your Primary PS4], and then select [Activate]. You can enable this setting on only one PS4 console for each account. Find out more about activating your PS4 console as your primary console in the PS4 User’s Guide.
- To start Remote Play while your PS4 console is in rest mode, select [Settings] > [Power Save Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode]. Then select the checkboxes for [Stay Connected to the Internet] and [Enable Turning on PS4 from Network].
Start Remote Play
You’ll take the following steps each time you connect to your PS4 console from your Windows PC.
- 1.
- Turn on your PS4 console or put it into rest mode.
- 2.
- Use a USB cable to connect your controller to your Windows PC.
You can also use a DUALSHOCK®4 USB wireless adaptor. - 3.
- Launch [PS Remote Play] on your Windows PC, and then select [Sign In to PSN].
- 4.
- Sign in with the same account that you use for your PS4 console.
When you select [Settings], you can configure video quality settings for Remote Play such as resolution and frame rate. - 5.
- Select [PS4].
The app searches for the PS4 console that you set up in Set up your PS4 console, and then connects. After it connects, the screen of your PS4 console displays on your Windows PC and you can start using Remote Play.
From the second time onwards, you’ll be able to select the console that you connected to previously.
- Before trying to connect remotely from outside your home, check that your device connects properly while you are near your PS4 console.
- If the app can’t find the device that you’d like to connect, or if you can’t use Remote Play, see “When Remote Play is not available”.
Remote Play controls
Besides using your controller, you can also control your PS4 console with the control panel.
During Remote Play, if you move the mouse cursor of your Windows PC over the screen that you’re using for Remote Play, the control panel displays:
- SHARE button
Perform the same functions as the controller’s SHARE button. - PS button
Display the home screen of your PS4 console. - OPTIONS button
Perform the same functions as the controller’s OPTIONS button. Microphone status
Select [Mic on] / [Mic off] to turn the microphone on or off.Mic on Mic off Mic not connected - Battery level
You can check your controller’s battery level. Screen size
You can change the screen size during Remote Play.Enter full screen Exit full screen
Quit Remote Play
- 1.
- Click the at the top right corner of the screen you’re using for Remote Play.
You’ll see a message that says “This Remote Play session will be disconnected”.
To quit Remote Play while your PS4 console is in rest mode, select the checkbox for [Put the connected console in rest mode]. - 2.
- Select [OK].
Remote Play quits and the screen returns to its original state before your Windows PC was connected to your PS4 console.
To uninstall [PS Remote Play], go to your Windows PC settings and select [Apps] > [Apps & features], and then delete [PS Remote Play]. Folder and command names might vary depending on your OS version.
What is PS4?
PS4 stands for PlayStation 4. It is the eighth generation video game which is developed by the Sony Company of Entertainment. Launching of PS4 was done on the 15th of November in North America. The technology which PS4 supports is of the same as personal computers in modern forms. It uses the APU i.e., Accelerated Processing Unit.
Streaming the Games of PS4 with Remote Play Connection
As we know that technology is always an amazing thing. When the discussion comes of PS4 streaming with the use of Remote Play, then it is always to perfection. PS4 is best compatible with various devices. Only people have to access the various features that are available on the PS4.
The process is fully simple, though it includes some of the setups for it.
Remote Play Downloads for PlayStation4
Step 1
Click on the given link for the downloading of the Remote Play file for the PS4 Remote Play.
Link is http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playstation.remoteplay.
Step 2
Now save the downloaded file on your desktop or in a different location.
Step 3
After that, run the file which you have installed. The dialog box will occur on your screen. Go for the instructions that appear on the desktop about how to complete the installation setup. At the time of installation, people may see the request for the downloading of more software which is required for the use with the PS4 Remote Play. Follow the given instructions to access this.
Proper Setup of Remote Play In PS4
Step 1
Firstly, what you need to do is to enable Remote Play. On the PlayStation4, do the navigation to the Settings option and then access the Remote Play Connection Settings. Take the proper view that the box that is near the Enable Remote Play appears in the checked type.
Step 2
After that, look for the activation of PS4 on the account of PSN. For performing this, go to the Settings option and then click on the PlayStation Network or it is written as Account Management. Activate there as the primary PS4. After that, select the Activate option.
Step 3
Now, if you want to turn on and go for the accessing of Remote Play even if the PS4 is in the rest mode, then go for the Settings option. In that, click on the PowerSave settings and then go for the Set Feature that is available in the Rest Mode. After that, take a check that the boxes which are next to the Stay Connected button to the Internet and Enable the PS4 option both are in checked form.
Register PS4 Console To Remote Play For PC
Step 1
On your PS4, go to the settings option and then click on the Remote play Connection settings. After that, click on the Add device option.
Step 2
Note the eight-digit code written which will appear when you will click on the Add Device option. It will be valid for only 6 minutes.
Step 3
Launch there the PS4 application of Remote Play on the device and then click on the Manually Register option which is located at the downward side of the given screen. If the given option doesn’t occur on the screen, then enter the eight-digit code which you noted there earlier.
Configure PS4 Games Remotely in PC or Mac
If you love playing PS4 games and want to remotely play PS4 games on PC or Mac desktop computer then, here the steps that you must follow to configure PS4 games on your computer.
Step 1
Take a proper check that the computer is properly in connection with the similar network to which your PS4 is connected.
Step 2
Check that you have properly downloaded the Remote Play for your device as explained steps above.
Step 3
Now plug there the DualShock 4 controller properly on the computer with the use of USB cable.
Step 4
Run there the Remote Play program on the computer. After that click on the Start option for it. The search will begin on your program for any of the PS4 through the network. If there is rest mode in your PS4, then in an automatic way your PC will discover it.
Step 5
Sign in there to the account of PSN. If already done, then ignore this step.
Step 6
People are now in full control of the PS4 with their PC devices.
PS4 Remote Play For Android Phone or Tablet
If you’re an android user then, in this case, you can configure your android device to PS4 game console and remotely play PlayStation 4 games using your phone or tablet running on Android OS.
Step 1
Download the Remote Play App from Sony or can also download it through theGoogle Play Store. Install the app and launched it and follow the next step.
Step 2
Now do the connection of both of the devices to the network of WiFi. Both devices must be connected to the same Wifi Network.
Step 3
Go for the Search button. The searching will begin by the system for any of the PS4 on the required network. If it is in rest mode, it will turn on in an automatic way.
Step 4
If it can’t discover the PS4, then the other method is of syncing. Go for the Add device screen on your PS4. This is the procedure for one time and it will sync up for the connection of PS4.
Step 5
As when the process gets completed, the tablet will be now synched with the PS4 and the menu of it will appear on the home screen of the device.
Remote Play PS4 Games on PlayStation TV
Ps Remote Play Controls
Well, If you own a PlayStation TV, Then you can also remotely play PS4 Games on your Smart TV without having a hassle. There are some steps that you’ve to follow to connect remotely play PS4 games on TV.
Step 1
Turn on the PlayStation TV device and then do the updating of the firmware of the latest type.
Step 2
Connect there the PSN.
Step 3
On the PlayStation TV, click on the link button of PS4. Give the allowance for the system for searching any of the PS4 on the given network. If the PS4 is in rest mode, then the turning on will begin in an automatic way. People can also connect the PS4 through the Internet. There is a necessity for syncing the devices.
Step 4
Go for the syncing method if it can’t discover the PS4.
Step 5
As the process completes, the syncing will now be done and people can now access the Remote of PS4.
Remotely Play PS4 Games Using iPhone or iPad
You can also use your iPad or iPhone to remotely Play PlayStation 4 games using your iPhone or iPad. All you’ve to do is configure your iPhone with the PS4 game console using below given steps.
Step 1
Firstly, Install the PS4 Remote Play app through the App Store.
Step 2
Now connect the PS4 and then do the logging into the required account. Get the update of the to the firmware of latest type. Go to the Settings option and then click on the System Software Update.
Step 3
Check that both of the devices are on a similar network.
Step 4
Now open the remote app of PS4. Click on the Settings option at the upward side of the right and then log in to the Network Account of PlayStation. The app will now begin for looking of the console.
Step 5
If the connection fails, then go for the Settings option and then click on the Remote Play Connection Settings and then click on the Add devices. Add the device thereby the eight-digit code.
Step 6
Click on the given white space of the required app and then go to the Register option located on the down right side.
Step 7
People can also connect in the rest mode of the PS4 too as explained above steps of connection with the tablet.
Step 8
Quit the Remote Play and then leave the app. People can reconnect again by clicking on the Start button.
Final Words
Ps Remote Play For Laptop
These are some of the methods you can use to remotely play PS4 games on various devices such as Playstation TV, iPhone, Android, or Mac and Desktop computer running on Windows.