PlayStation Portal 2026 Review: Japanese Innovation Hampered by UK Infrastructure
This review examines the PlayStation Portal, a handheld streaming device released by Sony in 2023, which initially received mixed reviews due to its inability to play games locally. Recent software updates now allow users to stream games from Sony's cloud catalogue via a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription (£13.49/month), including titles like Assassin's Creed Mirage and God of War Ragnarök. The device features a high-quality LCD screen and responsive controls, but performance heavily depends on network speed. The reviewer notes that while the Portal works well in countries with robust internet infrastructure like Japan or the US, UK broadband speeds—averaging roughly half that of the US—significantly hamper the experience. In a South London flat with 70 Mbps speeds, the device performs well only when near the router, and 5G connectivity is unreliable for commuting. The article concludes that the Portal is an excellent gadget for those with full-fibre broadband but a poor choice for users with slower connections.
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