PlayStation has announced a new Japan-only PlayStation Portal model with internal storage and a shorter name. The PlayStation Portal Player Midnight Black drops “Remote” and arrives December 10th for ¥39,980, including tax. PlayStation hasn’t explained what the storage will be used for yet.
The name change reflects how the device has evolved since its 2023 launch. Cloud gaming through PlayStation Plus Premium now lets owners access eligible PS5 games without needing a PS5 at home.
PlayStation Drops Remote From the New Model’s Name
Remote Play isn’t going away. If you own a PS5, you can still use the Portal to play supported games installed on your console. The shorter name applies to this new Japanese model.
Last November, we covered the full cloud gaming launch, which added support for eligible digital PS5 games people had purchased. Those games are separate from the Game Catalog and Classics Catalog included with PlayStation Plus Premium. You can buy eligible PS5 games through the PlayStation Store using a web browser or the PlayStation App. Premium is still required for cloud gaming, even for digital games you own.
In Japan, PlayStation lists Final Fantasy XVI, Rise of the Ronin and The Exit 8 among the subscription games supported through cloud gaming. It also says thousands of PS5 games are compatible overall, including eligible purchases and free-to-play games such as Genshin Impact.
New Internal Storage for Future Features
PlayStation has added internal storage to the new model with future functionality in mind. It hasn’t said how much storage is included or what that space will support.
The eight-inch LCD is unchanged, with support for 1080p at 60fps. Haptic feedback and adaptive triggers remain available in compatible games, and 3D Audio requires supported audio equipment. Cloud gaming requirements remain the same.
Japan-Only Launch Arrives December 10th
Preorders open November 13th at 10 a.m. Japan time through PlayStation retailers and online stores. The price includes one month of PlayStation Plus Premium, giving buyers access to eligible cloud games after redeeming the membership.
The new Portal only supports Japanese, and you’ll need a PlayStation account registered in Japan to use it. PlayStation hasn’t announced a similar model outside Japan yet.
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