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[Delt31]

I just need to know if this portal provides any better experience with remote play than Steam deck. Not talking about comfort but literally the perceived lag/gameplay performance….. anyone know yet?

I think you can use WiFi / hotspot to play remote play on steam deck outside your house too right? I have an Oled steam deck that I’m getting and wondering if I need this portal as well

 

[Shakka43]

What a piece of crap this is. It does give Xbox fanboys something to make fun of Sony about. I'm happy for them in that regard.

Seems like most people who bought it are having a good time with it...

 

[tmlDan]

What a piece of crap this is. It does give Xbox fanboys something to make fun of Sony about. I'm happy for them in that regard.

more options are a good thing, this isn't a mandatory device for anyone.

We need to stop "making fun of" devices that are just accessories. If its not for you or you don't like it, don't use/buy it. The Kinect was an issue when they started forcing it on you.

 

[Sleepwalker]

Sony needs a solution to HDR, or lack thereof, on Portal while HDR on PS5 is turned on.

Colors are off if enabled and you have to first go to the PS5-menu to turn it off, as the screen settings aren't accessible during Remote Play.

Minor annoyance.

So you gotta disable HDR on the actual PS5 before using it? Cant turn it off via portal?

Wish they included an HDR screen.

 

[Aurelius]

Managed to order one directly from Sony.

Dad- and handheldgamer here, so will be mostly playing it on the couch, in bed or during work.

Looking forward to grinding loot in The Division and Demon’s Souls, replaying The Witcher 3 and experiencing Persona 3 Portable the way it’s meant to be played without waiting for the Switch version.

 

[Giallo Corsa]

Sony needs a solution to HDR, or lack thereof, on Portal while HDR on PS5 is turned on.

Colors are off if enabled and you have to first go to the PS5-menu to turn it off, as the screen settings aren't accessible during Remote Play.

Minor annoyance.

Yeah, mentioned it a couple of days ago, you basically have to turn off HDR from each game's options every time.

What a piece of crap this is. It does give Xbox fanboys something to make fun of Sony about. I'm happy for them in that regard.

Imagine being so miserable over a plastic toy, c'mon man

So you gotta disable HDR on the actual PS5 before using it? Cant turn it off via portal?

Wish they included an HDR screen.

Via Portal.
it's a minor inconvenience but an inconvenience nonetheless, it's boggles the mind how Sony didn't think of it ffs, then again, we are talking about a Company that introduced VRR and ALLM to their next gen console 1 year after its release...
SOONY

 

[The Pleasure]

Make fun over a $200 accessory that lets me play games on the go over my phones hotspot (worked really well in my trucks hotspot while wife ran into the store) and I have my dualsense features?

If that makes you happy you need some enrichment in your life

Don't worry. He's just trying to BE BEST.

 

[64bitbros]

What a piece of crap this is. It does give Xbox fanboys something to make fun of Sony about. I'm happy for them in that regard.

Can’t hear you over how much fun i’m having!

 

[64bitbros]

I just need to know if this portal provides any better experience with remote play than Steam deck. Not talking about comfort but literally the perceived lag/gameplay performance….. anyone know yet?

I think you can use WiFi / hotspot to play remote play on steam deck outside your house too right? I have an Oled steam deck that I’m getting and wondering if I need this portal as well

In terms of lag i think it *feels* a bit smoother. But that also might be a placebo effect. But i do encounter less hitches for sure. But the biggest difference is the screen. 800p (with black borders, so even less actual screen) or full 1080p is a huge difference.

 

[N1tr0sOx1d3]

According to the IGN review, it doesn't work.

I highly doubt this will work as these locations typically have ports locked down.

 

[FrankWza]

People are DESPERATE for it to fail and be shit, it’s actually a brilliant little device been doing the weekly’s on GT7 in between work etc beautiful

It's crazy, isn't it?

Playstation Portal OT-you said it, PS5 games on the go is totally DOAble

 

[tommib]

Had alot of time with mine yesterday and was really impressed with the hardware, one thing though is im getting slight stuttering every so often which isnt ideal, anyone else? any solutions?

5ghz wifi
1gb up and down

That’s just the nature of streaming video games. Happens anywhere from GeForce now to xcloud. Even with super fast connections.

 

[tommib]

I can’t login to PlayStation direct in the NL. Server error. Anyone having the same?

 

[64bitbros]

I highly doubt this will work as these locations typically have ports locked down.

Pretty much this.

What if you test the Portal and someone at editing decides to push a 20gb raw video down the network? Looking at you Nick Pino.

 

[64bitbros]

I can’t login to PlayStation direct in the NL. Server error. Anyone having the same?

Nope. Up for me.

 

[Aurelius]

I can’t login to PlayStation direct in the NL. Server error. Anyone having the same?

I managed to log in and order one around 17:00.

 

[alphachino]

Dude i tried this on my ipad yesterday and it’s fine. If there was any lag i didn’t notice it.

apparently the ipad/iphone provides the best remote play experience according to Norm from Tested

 

[tommib]

Nope. Up for me.

I managed to log in and order one around 17:00.

It’s working guys. just had to try a different browser. Portal ordered.

 

[Giallo Corsa]

apparently the ipad/iphone provides the best remote play experience according to Norm from Tested

iPad/iPhone fully supports haptic feedback on the dualsense, Android devices do not, go figure...

 

[MarkMe2525]

Initially, I was led to believe that this would only work on the same local network as the PS5. Now that we know there isn't a geographical location limitation, i am much warmer to the portal. I still feel they should have went with a premium display, but maybe having a dedicated streaming device isn't so bad. Especially if you don't already own a Razer Kishi or backbone.

 

[mako]

I disabled HDR on the PS5 - can't say I see much difference in Spiderman on the Portal but my eyes are shit.

 

[Giallo Corsa]

I disabled HDR on the PS5 - can't say I see much difference in Spiderman on the Portal but my eyes are shit.

No need to disable it on your PS5 system-wide, just in your game friend

 

[Killjoy-NL]

No need to disable it on your PS5 system-wide, just in your game friend

Doesn't work for MW3 though.

Unless it doesn't support HDR?

 

[Ev1L AuRoN]

I hear that you can't log in through the internet, only local play, if true that perplex me more than anything on that device, I mean, I can play Persona 5 on my Cellphone using 5G on my lunch break at work, but in this 200US$ device who's the sole purpose is to stream games from the PS5 I can't, why?

 

[Skifi28]

I hear that you can't log in through the internet, only local play, if true that perplex me more than anything on that device, I mean, I can play Persona 5 on my Cellphone using 5G on my lunch break at work, but in this 200US$ device who's the sole purpose is to stream games from the PS5 I can't, why?

You can play on any good enough connection, the only issue being public wifi that redirects you to a web page for authentication on account of the portal not having a browser.

 

[Ansphn]

Had alot of time with mine yesterday and was really impressed with the hardware, one thing though is im getting slight stuttering every so often which isnt ideal, anyone else? any solutions?

5ghz wifi
1gb up and down

Make sure your PS5 is connected to router via Ethernet.

 

[JohnnyFootball]

Yeah, mentioned it a couple of days ago, you basically have to turn off HDR from each game's options every time.

Imagine being so miserable over a plastic toy, c'mon man

Thank you. This was just the therapy I needed.

 

[Hustler]

I just need to know if this portal provides any better experience with remote play than Steam deck. Not talking about comfort but literally the perceived lag/gameplay performance….. anyone know yet?

I think you can use WiFi / hotspot to play remote play on steam deck outside your house too right? I have an Oled steam deck that I’m getting and wondering if I need this portal as well

To me it's a more seemless experience and less hiccups. Less screen tearing, and screen flickering, less dips in quality than when I use Chaiki on Steam Deck. I've only had it for 2 hours, but I'm loving it so far. Cant't wait to try it out more and try it on the go with my phone's hotspot this weekend. So far it's definitely worth it for me.

 

[Ansphn]

People are DESPERATE for it to fail and be shit, it’s actually a brilliant little device been doing the weekly’s on GT7 in between work etc beautiful

People are not looking at the bigger picture. Its actually a genius device and a gateway into PlayStation's cloud gaming at only $200 so the casuals and hardcore will pick it up.

They're pushing a cloud device into the market onto their huge base and trying to put it in as many hands as possible.

They will have this cloud device introduced to their casual base before Microsoft even makes Xcloud a big thing and this device is the future of their portable so thats their answer to Nintendo, and Steams portable devices.

 

[Ev1L AuRoN]

You can play on any good enough connection, the only issue being public wifi that redirects you to a web page for authentication on account of the portal not having a browser.

It's a one time deal or every time I need to do this?

 

[rodrigolfp]

Dafuuu How do you know they aren't?

Because we know they are both using Wi-Fi. Already 1 common thing. Should be obvious.

 

[HeisenbergFX4]

That was me, if I see an open box for cheap during the return window ill be doing the ole switcharoo

So chatted with a friend from Best Buy and he said they were having quite a few returned and once they made sure they were working they were putting them on the website for pickup only and as of now priced at $189

Its likely hard to catch one though I did see the site tell me unavailable nearby and as of now not worth the hassle for $10 off though someone looking to grab their first one might get lucky

 

[Sleepwalker]

So chatted with a friend from Best Buy and he said they were having quite a few returned and once they made sure they were working they were putting them on the website for pickup only and as of now priced at $189

Its likely hard to catch one though I did see the site tell me unavailable nearby and as of now not worth the hassle for $10 off though someone looking to grab their first one might get lucky

Definitely not for $10. I've seen stuff like the Dualsense Edge get hefty discounts ($50 or so) on amazon warehouse deals so that's what I'm banking on with the current return on mine until January 11

 

[Hero of Spielberg]

At $330 AUD, it’s a hard pass. Glad sone people are enjoying it but from what I’ve seen it seems to suffer the same faults as other devices that can be streamed to with fewer options. I’d just extend my budget $100 and buy a new iPad if I wanted to stream PS5 games, a lot better bang for buck in my region

 

[Skifi28]

It's a one time deal or every time I need to do this?

I wasn't clear enough, you can't use it at all on public wifi since the portal doesn't have a web browser (at least for now). Regular wifi works just fine though.

 

[S0ULZB0URNE]

Because we know they are both using Wi-Fi. Already 1 common thing. Should be obvious.

But not all setups are the same.

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

I wasn't clear enough, you can't use it at all on public wifi since the portal doesn't have a web browser (at least for now). Regular wifi works just fine though.

Not all public wifi uses a browser portal, but still, the public wifi i've tried in the past with remote play worked worse than just using my phone as a hot spot.
It's definitely best at your own wifi or someone you know's wifi. I'm bringing mine to another state, but it'll be on my sister's wifi.

 

[coffinbirth]

PSA:
Set PS5 video output to 60HZ!!!

Not a bullet point in the OP.

I'm sure it's been said here already, but it's a pretty crucial bit of information for not having a laggy shitfest on/in your hands!

Reddit/Twitter/etc. is currently littered with Luddites that haven't figured this out/actually read the set up guide.
Smart shoppers will keep a close eye on Facebook marketplace and the like after Christmas due to the potential droves of dummies that don't figure this out and ditch their gifted Portals on the cheap;}

 

[analog_future]

PSA:
Set PS5 video output to 60HZ!!!

Not a bullet point in the OP.

I'm sure it's been said here already, but it's a pretty crucial bit of information for not having a laggy shitfest on/in your hands!

Reddit/Twitter/etc. is currently littered with Luddites that haven't figured this out/actually read the set up guide.
Smart shoppers will keep a close eye on Facebook marketplace and the like after Christmas due to the potential droves of dummies that don't figure this out and ditch their gifted Portals on the cheap;}

So you have to set your PS5 to 60hz every time you want to play on the Portal and then switch it back to 120hz after you're done?


What kind of garbage is that?

 

[coffinbirth]

So you have to set your PS5 to 60hz every time you want to play on the Portal and then switch it back to 120hz after you're done?


What kind of garbage is that?

Yes.
Of the annoying inconvenience kind, currently. Hopefully it gets rectified in an update.

 

[TrebleShot]

Make sure your PS5 is connected to router via Ethernet.

Thanks bro mine is I’m going to try what some suggests about the old 4k auto output

 

[coffinbirth]

Thanks bro mine is I’m going to try what some suggests about the old 4k auto output

Make sure your video output is set to 60HZ. Not 120hz. By default it is set to auto detect, but this doesn't work with Portal currently.

 

[TrebleShot]

Make sure your video output is set to 60HZ. Not 120hz. By default it is set to auto detect, but this doesn't work with Portal currently.

Automatic ok?

 

[coffinbirth]

Automatic ok?

NO!
Set to 60hz!

 

[rodrigolfp]

But not all setups are the same.

No one said that they are.

 

[Games of Today]

The only reason to waste your money on this is if you're a cuck and too cheap to buy a second television when your woman is hogging the other one.

 

[Killjoy-NL]

The only reason to waste your money on this is if you're a cuck and too cheap to buy a second television when your woman is hogging the other one.

Single?

 

[DosGamer]

I ordered from Gamestop on the 15th (yesterday around midnight) when they put some up for reserve/ sell. I just received the email stating it is shipping and should be here Sunday. Might want to check your email if you ordered from them.

 

[Games of Today]

Single?

Lol surprisingly not currently. But actually you could waste money on this if you're single too. Same thing applies, if you don't feel like buying an actual TV.

 

[Nankatsu]

Guys help me out here.

Why is my portal asking for area and HDR tv settings everytime I turn off the TV and leave the PS5 on?

If the TV is on Portal goes straight into my console menu no ossues, if TV is off it starts asking for TV settings (area and HDR).