Playing games on PS4 is great and all but do you know that you can play PS4 games on PC and still have a similar gaming experience to a PS4? These days people use various methods in playing PS4 on their PC.
There are majorly two methods to enjoy the lovely range of games of PS4 on your PC, you would either use Remote Play or PlayStation Plus Premium to play the games on your PC.
METHOD1: Remote Play
Remote Play is an app that allows the transmission of video and audio output from the PlayStation PS4 to another device like your PC.
Requirements for the PC to Use Remote Play
Some requirements are meant to ensure that your PC is compatible with the PS4 Remote Play:
- If using Windows, you would need a Windows 10 or higher.
- If using a Mac, you would need macOS High Sierra or higher.
- You would need to have space available on your PC greater than 100 megabytes.
- The RAM on your PC would need to be at least 2GB RAM.
- Good resolution, higher than 1024 x 768.
- A USB port.
Go through the requirements and make sure they match your PC. You can update your system if it is outdated in other to meet the requirement and clear space if the storage is full.
How To Set Up Remote Play on your PC
Remote Play is mainly for those who already have a PS4, as long with a wireless controller, USB cable and a good internet connection. To download Remote Play:
- Go to the PS Remote Play Website.
- Select Control your PS4 console from a Windows PC from the options list.
- Check the box to agree to the license agreement and privacy policy.
- Scroll until you see the blue download button.
- When the installation is complete, Sign in to PlayStation Network.
- Make sure Remote Play is set up on your PS4 before connecting using the app on your PC.
After setting up Remote Play on your PC, then it is time for some gameplay.
How To Start Remote Play from your PC
These are the procedures to follow each time you want to connect to your PS4 console remotely from your PC:
- Put your PS4 console on.
- Connect the controller to your PC.
- Open and sign into the PS Remote Play app on your PC.
- Make sure you sign in with the same account you used for your PS4 console.
- When you click on settings, you can alter the quality of the video to your preference.
- Click on PS4. Once you click on PS4, the app will search for the PS4 console with the same account you used to sign in on the PS Remote Play and will immediately connect.
- Once connected, the screen of your console will be displayed on the PC and then resume using Remote Play.
Note if you come across multiple consoles picked up by the PS Remote Play app, then just pick the console you would like to use.
METHOD2: Play Station Plus Premium
This is the second method you can use to play PS4 games on PC. Although it is a bit different from the first method, many prefer it because it doesn’t need a PS4 console.
Conditions to Steaming PlayStation 4 games via Play Station Plus Premium
Those who do not possess a PS4 console can also stream the games on their PC by using Sony’s PlayStation Plus service. The conditions for streaming the PS4 games:
- You must subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium.
- Sadly, it is only Windows that accesses this service.
- Downloads are not possible, only streaming.
Make sure you are using a PS4 or PS3 controller because it would not support a PS5 or other versions of the controller.
How to Use PlayStation Plus Premium on your PC
Do not forget that this service is only available to Windows. Probably in the future, it can support other operating systems like MacOS or Linux but for now only Windows. To access the PlayStation Plus Premium on your Windows:
- Go to the PlayStation Plus website.
- Click on the blue button labelled Download PlayStation Plus App.
- Follow the on-screen instructions as you install the app and then launch it.
- Click on Already have a Sony account? Sign in now.
- If you do not have an account, then quickly sign up and subscribe.
- Connect the PS4 controller to your PC wired or wirelessly, anyone you prefer.
- After, you have signed in, start gaming by selecting a game from the library.
- Click the start button under the game picture.
The games you would see will not be secluded to only PS4 games, scroll through the list and select any PS4 game to start playing. A strong internet is advised for smooth gameplay since you’re streaming it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Play PS4 Games on PC with PS4 Disc?
Due to the difference in the overall architecture of the hardware of the PS4 console and that of the PC, It would not be possible because the disc will not be readable in a standard PC Blu-ray Disc Drive. Instead, follow the steps above that we have listed to play PS4 games on your PC with ease.
Can You Play PS4 games on a PC Without a Console?
As mentioned previously if you use the PS Remote Play app, you can play games remotely on your pc. Also, if you use the PlayStation Plus Premium, you can sign in anywhere and enjoy smooth gameplay after connecting once.
Can You Play PS4 Games on PC for Free?
No, you would have to subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium to play the games on your Windows PC. You could go through the membership or premium plans and weigh the benefits of each.
Can You Connect Your PS4 to Your PC?
If your PC possess an HDMI port, then you can connect your console directly to your PC as you would normally do to a TV, you could also use an HDMI converter if your PC doesn’t possess an HDMI port.
Now you can start having a gaming experience on your PC with the Dual-Shock 4 controller. A console is restricted to your house but you could sign in on your laptop and take the gaming experience anywhere you go.
