How can I play PlayStation games on PC?
Created: 06/28/2022, 15:04
By: Omer Kayali
PlayStation exclusive games like Spider-Man: Miles Morales can also be played on PC.
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Games for PS5 and PS4 are also playable on the computer.
However, PC gamers face many limitations.
Sony introduced new PlayStation Plus subscription plans in June 2022.
Users now have three options to choose from.
The premium version offers the largest range and also the possibility to play a selection of games on the computer.
This is especially interesting if you want to play titles that are not yet available for the PC, such as "Spider-Man: Miles Morales".
However, PC gamers have to make some compromises when it comes to PlayStation games.
PlayStation games on PC with the PlayStation Plus app
The system requirements themselves are quite low because the titles are only available via the cloud: games are not downloaded and installed, but streamed.
Therefore, a permanently active Internet connection is required, which should also not be too slow.
Play also requires the
PlayStation Plus app
, which you can download from the official website.
You will also need a
PlayStation Network
(PSN) account and an active
PlayStation Plus Premium subscription
.
These are the PC system requirements for the PlayStation Plus app:
minimum requirements | Recommended Requirements | |
|---|---|---|
Operating system: | Windows 8.1 or 10 | Windows 8.1 or 10 |
Processor: | Core i3 2.0GHz | 3.5GHz Intel Core i3 or 3.8GHz AMD A10 or faster |
Storage space: | 300 MB available disk space | At least 300 MB of available disk space |
Random access memory: | 2GB RAM | At least 2GB of RAM |
Hardware: | sound card; USB port | sound card; USB port |
Playing games on PC via the PlayStation Plus app: Here's how
Download and install the PlayStation app.
Then launch the app and log in with your
PSN account
.
If you don't have one yet, create an account.
If you don't already have a
PlayStation Plus subscription
, select a plan now.
Premium subscription
required
to play on PC .
After connecting a
compatible controller
, you can select a game and start playing it via stream.
Limitations of PlayStation games on PC
However, playing PlayStation games on PC is limited.
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The DualSense controller of the PS5 is not supported, only the DualShock 4 of the previous consoles.
Unfortunately , playing with keyboard and mouse is not possible
.
However, if you use multiple monitors, you will
only be able to use one as the main screen
for the PlayStation games .
The sound is not output via a headset connected to the controller, but
only directly via the PC
.
The necessary PlayStation app is
only available for Windows PC
and not on Mac, Linux, iOS or Android systems.
Local multiplayer is supported but limited
to two players
on PC .
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