The PlayStation Portal is ACTUALLY a Gaming Handheld now lol

[@ReactEmUps]

Here's my BlueSky @ bsky.app/profile/beatemupswood.bsky.social

[@deathkiller07seven30]

Can you just change the nation to USA

[@JB-qu8pv]

Did you happen to see the amount of hate people gave regarding international men’s day there? Blue sky is disgusting

[@MrGonz801]

I don't know man. Blue sky has most of the problematic people from twitter moving over there. If you really wanted a more neutral twitter alternative then Threads is probably the way to go... It's basically Instagram for words

[@Djaermi]

@@JB-qu8pvThe fact that people on the political right are complaining about seeing content outside of their political bubble on Blue Sky says a lot about how far gone X as a platform has become. Far right content is inescapable there and everyone gets flooded with the worst of modern politics 24/7. The owner literally forces his propaganda into everyone's feeds. If that appeals to you then just stay at X and let everyone else have media that is actually social.

[@OwtDaftUK]

@@Djaermi The only reason why so many people have moved to BlueSky is because X is no longer discriminating against conservatives. It's basically for people who want to live in a bubble and pedos.

[@fortniteisexpensive]

crazy how the video is about the portal but most of the comment section is talking about twitter and bluesky pretty funny how ppl refuse to acknowledge the fact that a lot of people actually find use in this product

[@boxingtherapy87]

If they are going this far. Just make a damn handheld, Sony 🤷🏿

[@nabieladrian]

I'm sure they're waiting PS6. Imagine playing PS5 natively in freaking handheld.

[@QuantumChrist]

cause Switch exist...

[@dumplingcendawan9292]

@@nabieladrian imagine they make like switch in ps6 maybe in handheld mode 60fps 1080p while dock they made gpu and cpu boost so they can play at 8k or something.

[@nabieladrian]

@@dumplingcendawan9292 Game recognizes game 🤝🏻 PS6 could be a modular platform. It'll be afforable to sold separately Console, Handheld, VR, and Blu-Ray. But combined, it'll be the ultimate PlayStation.

[@__BlacklotuS__]

Sony would never make something affordable and convenient like a handheld

[@tech4life884]

I just bought the portal and I don’t own a PS5. It works great. I have gigabit WiFi though.

[@Don_DeMarco]

I want to be able to use the Playstation Portal without owning a PS5.

[@Exquisitecitrus]

5:24 You actually did got me until the end of the bit right at like 6:03. Like I thought you were actually being serious LOL. Much love Wood

[@Flashback_Funhouse]

I get that a lot of people don't dig it or think it's much of an upgrade, but I already enjoyed the Portal for what it was, and I've played a few games now via the Cloud and they run really well. I honestly can't tell a difference. So for what's available right now, it's not too bad, but of course hope the catalog grows. This is never going to be a machine that plays games natively OBVIOUSLY, so at least this allows it a BIT more freedom from the PS5 tether.

[@fortniteisexpensive]

i wont buy a portal with my own money but if i was gifted one i won't deny that i'll use it it def has its purpose

[@Flashback_Funhouse]

@ Valid!

[@JustANerdyGal]

This is so nice, it’s actually HIGHLY enhanced the portal for me, since you can’t take advantage of game streaming off the service when you are remote playing, since its specifically blocked - this makes the premium membership feel more worth it now

[@obliviousmode575]

This is how it should have been on day one. Also they should add being able to play digital purchased games with the ability to save it directly on the Portal.

[@TheErlend87]

A cool thing now is that its possible to play coop games on seperate screens now, kinda like wii u, without two TVs

[@KaiMangaKnight]

Sony might as well just make another portable system like the PSP/PSvita...

[@_sparrowhawk]

Dude, the Portal is it - it pushes subs and it competes with the Switch. This is Sony's answer, not portable discs.

[@CostadelSol_84]

​@@_sparrowhawk🙄ooo shit

[@EnaTenkiyoGamer]

Sorry but native portables are dead, there is a reason why Nintendo killed the wii u and 3ds for the switch. Sony is basically doing the same thing for vita to this portal. Get over it😂

[@thedaughertys9273]

This is exciting for those of us who still can’t afford a PS5!😅

[@Timotarius_]

Who would buy a ps portal without owning a ps5?!

[@Chris-gw2xg]

Ps premium lets you play ps5 games on the portal and you dont have to own a ps5.

[@DragonHeart613]

I'm really really loving Wood's new channel. Also can't wait for his annual Christmas gaming shopping guide video on his main channel as well.

[@hxrnamanann]

Frrr

[@JDM_Rooster]

Perfect example of TDS 🤣

[@boomerps2]

100%...just admit your WOKE andbe done with it

[@TheVoiceOfTimPaige]

I'm so happy you're doing this channel. It feels like you're having so much fun again!

[@Spacecowboy2086]

Gotta love people trying to make blue sky a thing 😂

[@PJNyte]

Is that a bad thing?

[@pharossymphony]

In bigger news Nintendo just dropped the JUST DANCE 2025 Trailer.

[@biancadasilveira]

this is hilarious. i love you.

[@sasuke65743]

Question: since it's all cloud streaming with all the eventual problems it carries on as default, do you also have limited play sessions there too? And ofc waiting in line to access any game?

[@RedBandanaGaming]

I never thought I'd see the day that I'd lose so much respect for you. I've watched you for years and you've even given me inspiration for my channel, but to see you schilling a for a site that supports p*dos, intolerance and anti-free speech, I'm done. Sorry, brother. I wish you the best.

[@MRkriegs]

???

[@marcuscostello5635]

You arent stepping away from social media if you are schilling blue sky

[@paulcrow7642]

We found a Trumper

[@marcuscostello5635]

@paulcrow7642 imagine leaving Twitter be ause you want to be in a echo chamber again bahahahahahaha

[@FinalFantasyFan66666]

​@@marcuscostello5635 I understand why a KZbinr would need to use social media to network their content, but me as an average person don't like or really use social media at all. My parents forbid me from using it when i was growing up, and when i was a teenager and able to make my own decisions about it, i found it boring and pointless. I have way better things to do than talk to random people online or post my private information online for everyone to see. I'd rather not have my life be that easy to look up, privacy is important, especially when it comes to the Internet.

[@marcuscostello5635]

@@FinalFantasyFan66666 this has nothing to do with what I said

[@FinalFantasyFan66666]

@@marcuscostello5635 you're making fun of someone for not using social media, and I gave you a valid reason why you shouldn't use social media. Ergo, it's related

[@Ka1_3r0u9h]

Do you have to own a PlayStation 5 for the initial portal boot up, set up, and update

[@doubleohnine]

It's just streaming games, this is FURTHER from the solution of how to own games.

[@wahtari03765]

was about to say the same

[@ScrubsWasTaken]

An actual handheld that can play native games would be much better than this. It wouldn’t be able to use disks but at least your device wouldn’t be a fancy brick without internet

[@jr91154]

U don’t own digital games anyways. If I was playing natively I still do not own them Even if it’s discs they can revoke access for many games

[@doubleohnine]

@jr91154 99% of my games don't need the internet

[@delroy0]

Exactly.

[@Charlesdayis]

Pretty cool I need to charge mine and update it

[@Y2Jerms]

I don't see how there's never a comparison to the wii u when it comes to the ps portal. Before that update, it's literally what it was.

[@pixelsandwich4104]

I have a PlayStation portal and I'm not that pleased with it, but let's give it more credit than that. Lol a Wii u gamepad couldn't be moved more than a couple feet from the console. At least you can use this anywhere there's a good wifi connection

[@Y2Jerms]

@@pixelsandwich4104 I agree with the reach of the wii u pad being weak, but it did do a lot. Having a stronger reach in comparison isn't a strong enough case to be better than the wii u. At least, to me anyway.

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

There was people said the portal is what everyone thought the wii u would be.

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

​@@pixelsandwich4104 the Wii u was an actual console and I loved that thing more than the switch.

[@Y2Jerms]

@@theoutsiderjess1869 what does it do differently other than only mirror the gameplay?

[@BeHempy]

Bluesky 😂😂. We get it, you're woke. Cool story.

[@boomerps2]

Exactly 😂

[@dark12ain]

So i can buy this now without buying the PS5? Cause i still have a ps4. And not ready to buy the 5 yet. But i really want a PlayStation handheld. Right now i stream games on my Lenovo pt12. With the ps4 controller

[@ronto55]

I'm getting rid of twitter ... Yea I get that 😂😂😂

[@Cato_Sicarius66]

The problem is it can only play like some PS4 games and barely any PS5 ones. This whole situation makes the Portal still feel useless tbh… Especially since Xbox just started cloud streaming owned games today. Anyway, thanks for the vid!

[@Almonteobservatory1987]

you could cloud stream a long time ago, it didn't just start today on xbox

[@chrisj320ac3]

And literally everything out can do, a portable pc (steam deck in my case) can do it just as well if not better.

[@makasete30]

⁠@@chrisj320ac3i have to say I use my PlayStation Portal far more than my steam deck with Chiaki. The Portal is pick up and play straight away. The dual sense form factor, features and lightness is the best feeling hand-held I've ever had. Something people overlook when talking about the bulkiness, and weight of the steam deck but which is an essential factor for a handheld. The Portal is also much cheaper. Don't get me wrong the power and performance of the steam deck is fantastic, but your statement is just untrue. The Portal is an great device for what it does and that's the reason it's selling so well, even though it's not for you.

[@pdraggy]

@@Almonteobservatory1987 It's letting you stream OWNED games ie any xbox game not just the ones listed when you sign on. The whole thing is on beta r/n though with only 50 games supported (half of them are previously playable so...). Xbox is basicaly trying to implament a local streaming solution like Playstation did all those years ago, that's all. Hey, I'm a big xbox fan, but even I'll admit Sony kind of has it in the bag (some how) when it comes to streaming games. Which is strange, as Microsoft has had HUGE Azure PC streaming servers for DECADES I'd think it should be cheap and easy to figure this one out.

[@Floopydoopy4799]

Not wood being more interested in the Rubik's cube than the PS portal 😂

[@christophert8796]

You can link your old account to your new account and use game share between the two of em

[@artistantlers]

ok the rubix cube is relatable though, whe i had dial up internet as a kid i would keep a book with me to read while waiting for each website to load 😂

[@mad-dog_gamer]

And using earbuds at night, if they don't make a good seal then you end up having to dive into the bed sheets in the morning to find your buds

[@KountChochocula]

Twitter has always been a cesspool of negativity, good on ya for separating yourself from it

[@unbrokenandunchartedb3239]

They must have fixed the lag issue. Mines is working perfectly

[@PhillipJackson-rl5ty]

I'm not a Robot...✌️😎 Enjoy your Channel Thanks...

[@jaidenoliver7165]

Is it worth contacting Playstation to try and get your account moved over to keep it?

[@onkelhiphop]

Yo beatemups i’ve been following you for sometime now and I finally got a Nintendo switch this Saturday and I gotta say you’ve been promoting this machine so nice but not nice enough I was like super surprised over how nice it is I was playing Mario kart with my friend on the local bar it was awesome thank you so much for your videos keep it up🤘😎

[@axelchief7190]

So with this update for PS Portal being able to cloud stream games now.... I'm still wondering, would you still rate Backbone over PS Portal? Or is this just crazy to ask ? Because im still considering buying one of them

[@badger0985]

Now the only thing we need is Bluetooth support for headphones.

[@Wonn13-t9t]

Pump the breaks wood, don't delete your account. If you purchased games digital only you can restore those on a new account. I went through that process and it sucked.

[@hatchetman3662]

It's still a streaming device, which is "a 'no' from me dawg".

[@HugoAllissei]

Budd... I live in Mexico, we're literally neighbors of the American, and we still get ignored and don't get many of the PS benefits that USA gets... so welcome to my world XD

[@MrGonz801]

To be fair though... PS Plus deluxe is a bit of a better deal than premium if you ask me. Instead of streaming PS3 games we get access to every PS3 era game that got a remake or remaster and we get to play it natively... Unitl they get rid of it like Kingdoms of Amalur... 😢... I take it back...

[@Bearlytherely]

I was streaming games like this on my phone for years on Stadia and Gamepass. How was this not included from the start??

[@BOOcketMan]

I hate that I have to be connected to Wi-Fi constantly to play. I want this sooooo badly but I’m on the fence about buying it since I don’t have a PS5.

[@JustinPennito]

Does it still require a PS5, for initial setup though?

[@SHKDWN79]

Yes. It does not work without the base ps5

[@johndosh6832]

@@SHKDWN79do you reckon that will change as was looking to buy one but don’t have a ps5

[@JustinPennito]

@SHKDWN79 no, I mean after the update, where it doesn't need a PS5 to play PS5 games now, does it still need a PS5 when initially setting up the PS Portal? I realize it needed a PS5, BEFORE this update, but what about now, WITH this new update?

[@awesomeredpandax2267]

2:22 "we are in beta" ah so I see we've moved from unfinished games to unfinished consoles

[@chrisbrown113096]

Been a thing for years. But Sony does it and it’s not cool ?😂

[@doomy_doomy2225]

This update is exciting and I give blue sky a month before it becomes trash like threads did.

[@nimbylive]

I would get one if someone hacked it and allowed you to stream from your pc. You can do this now on even a phone, but this thing would be a much better experience.

[@yassinemarrekchi7495]

can we have some reactions while you re playing at the same time , dopamine receptors are fried i must say xD

[@jaKobus914]

Does this require premium PS+ subscription because of the cloud streaming ?

[@Pyroja]

I have a Steam Deck so this upgrade is not going to entice me to pick up a portal (I already stream from my PS5 to my deck and that’s plenty fine for me). Nice that Sony is supporting the device! If I had to speculate, they’re probably planning on rolling out more options for game streaming and this is just the foot in the door. Congrats on joining bsky, it’s really nice being on a platform that shows you just what you follow and in chronological order. Such a simple thing, but it makes a huge difference.

[@FierceGinger]

I'm in the same position right now with social media, even being careful not to read comments on youtube unless I'm looking for an answer about something made unclear, which I don't have to do on any of your channels thankfully.

[@noelsilva8887]

I can’t wait to get the portal for Xmas now. And my pro. Sweet

[@timedrington139]

It’s great! Just make sure your PS5 is hardwired from your router, and you have a wi-fi 6 or better. Covers my entire house, lag free from the PS5 and lag free with the streaming service. Sometimes when everyone is watching some garbage show on the television, I just throw on my pulse headset, grab the portal and start playing something!

[@vargsieber]

That function should've been there at launch. Well, I guess the portal is a bit less useless now, assuming your wireless connection is decent.

[@filipzemko3571]

Wood saying "why would you be goofy while making a video" with a napkin stuck in his nose during video recording is wild 😅

[@lordrikudouzero9119]

That was really neat lol!

[@plu_Tony_um]

Sony has never provided cloud streaming in Australia....while most other countries have been streaming PS3 games, Australia has been in the dark on this feature (thus the reason why Playstation Plus Premium is known as Deluxe over here, because its everything except streaming services, which includes the PS3 catalogue) - so from that angle, ditching the gimped Australian service is a good idea

[@warangelcpgamebreak]

Sony mentioned this la year on the ps portal release. They wand to see how well it would sell first. And during the Bethesda-Microsoft vs sony lawsuit , Sony was rumored to have better cloud systems in place than Microsoft. Sony is the only company that has systems in place, but doesn't act on them first.

[@parkourphotography6250]

With older games coming back with a lot of people they should make a new psp tbh I would get one if they did coming for a Xbox and pc guy

[@Cheshire1824]

Just saw a TikTok video from R4 Card using your Nintendo switch Mig video for their use 😂

[@tralijntje1540]

so how does the playstation portal work ? can you only play games as a plus member ? can you play and buy online games with just a portal ? i am switch player i don t no anything about playstation .

[@michaelsuezo]

So just PS5 games through the cloud? man GL to those with average internet! here's hoping they add the full PS plus cloud library

[@guilhermerovida5488]

LOL they did it before Xbox (with an official Playstation hardware)

[@xxargonautxx9790]

This is region based. AUS and NZ don’t have this. NA does, donno about EU. So people look up if your portal supports this feature. Do respect you pointed this out.

[@chriscoleman7260]

Native Play is what makes a portable an actual handheld. Cloud is just Remote play with less consumer control. The portal is in the same position as it was when it launched. Putting the hardware in PS's hands while requiring a paid Subscription is worse than owning the PS5 and streaming your own games.

[@toddjewishe6617]

Great video 😊

[@whisperingwooper1763]

I can’t wait to get a Ps5 and the portal as my tv isn’t working super well which is unfortunate. But yeah can’t wait to have the portal and the PlayStation!

[@MrBoomblaster]

Not able to change your country nowadays is just wild. Just let it have a cool down of half a year or something...

[@spartnmarcen5110]

Interesting they do this the same day/ day after Xbox announced Cloud Gaming (steam games from any browser) for Game Pass Ultimate members is available for 50 games.

[@joshd108]

Just got the anniversary one in the mail and played a bunch on it. Definitely better than my phone with controller clipped on or iPad with controller. But definitely won’t upgrade my ps account for cloud games

[@ChrisFord-md8vu]

When’s it out in Australia?

[@RareRootie]

I like that technicaly! Like if ur not a huge gamer but wanna try out some games it’s worth it!

[@Flexurego]

I wish we could access the settings menu without touching the screen, it's killing me 😢

[@nidalkoteich4753]

It's frustrating that even with this feature, you still can't run the console with one game while using the Portal to play another game simultaneously.🙄

[@davicito4841]

AWESOME

[@MerkMonarchX]

im watching a guy about the ps portal who is watching a guy play his ps portal

[@skrully6777]

Tbh with the psnow steaming i didnt understand why this couldnt have done that from the start!

[@Leopardeye]

I don’t feel like dusting mine off… 😅 Also geeeeez everyone is stepping back from social media this month. And I don’t wonder why. .-. GOOD. Breathe, people. Stay positive if ya can.

[@phizzles]

Why didn’t you jsut chnage your region?

[@ynahraasakura7197]

This is exciting, I don't have a ps5, but for $200 I might get this thing once they fix the bugs and glitches 😊

[@martaanna9185]

They just launched it in US, UK, JPN and EU. Poland is ignored by Nintendo, Apple so nice to see that we getting something from being in EU.

[@jks1311]

Poland is a tiny economy imaging if you weren't in the EU 😂

[@TriggerH80]

So ps plus premium is not available in New Zealand. Will I have to create a American account to use this 🤔

[@KenzieTrinityDeasy]

I’ll stick to my PSP & Vita thank you very much

[@EnaTenkiyoGamer]

Cope harder ps vita dead fangirl. Ps vita is a dead system but not on the playstation portal lol

[@KenzieTrinityDeasy]

@ they do have mods if you choose to do so, so not really dying it’s making a slow comeback. Myself I have games I haven’t played or have replay value, also I’m not a Fangirl, I just enjoy the systems

[@EnaTenkiyoGamer]

@KenzieTrinityDeasy keep crying about the playstation portal supported well and selling well ps vita dead system fangirl. You're obviously upset about the new psp hahaha

[@TriggerH80]

When i google it says the ps portal cloud gaming will work in New Zealand. Why the F not in Australia. Thats just weird.

[@nomoreheroes1718]

Update overnight? Just did it and didn't tell us when or why? Sounds like an early Christmas gift (or... patch.)

[@just_delightful]

This is better than I realized I am gay.

[@mrmack3176]

It's crazy because GeForce now is literally already where you can replace your console I did just that

[@neonswift]

The immigration issue is why I have grown to be quite displeased with Sony in the past 5 years. I had to reset my account on PS but had genuine trouble getting ahold of the UK support because I couldn't use their chat in Canada. I could easily call them due to the time difference. And unlike EVERY other platform and service out there you cannot change the currency on your PS account. I then lost all my saves over the past 5 years because I was only paying for my UK PS+ account, and then when REST mode forced me to factory reset my PS5 I lost all my Canadian saves. I've played 3 games on that console in the past few years because I trust Xbox, Switch and Steamdeck far more. Sony are NOT a global company. They're made up of national silos. In contrast" Netflix, MS and Xbox, Nintendo, Amazon, and Valva all let me convert my currency from GBP in CAD!

[@_sparrowhawk]

Good, please don't mention Bob Wulff. I almost forgot about his shaggy ass.

[@RachelDavis705]

Why don't they just make a true successor to the PSP? I guess they don't want to have to make games that rely on less power since PlayStation's USP seems to be exclusive with great graphics. But you look at how Nintendo is able to optimize open-world games for the Switch and I think more is possible than people realize.

[@MichaelCamilleri]

Ugh I have the same issue! UK account and moved to the US also, my UK account is my primary with PlayStation Plus etc and I’m very attached to it due to building up my monthly PS+ library for YEARS. I have a US account but haven’t shifted over to it yet, sounds like it might finally be time as rough as it’ll be. Ridiculous that they don’t let you transfer, even just once as if people don’t move continents

[@danijelnik]

5:15 me, watching this from Austria: 🤨

[@Deadlytenor21]

You could also have just made an extra account and kept the Australian one too Woods XD. You are gonna need one for the early releases XD.

[@apg6745]

Leaving X = Elon triggers me 😂

[@rickboy50000]

the fact that your a light mode user is the worst thing you have ever done

[@MikeyOfLegend]

I kept KZbin and Twitch. Stepped away from all other social a month ago. Much happier man, I bet you will be too.

[@joker_970]

Ever since the update it’s been real glitchy and I keep losing connection

[@thepikachu176]

I CAN PLAY DAXTER ON A HANDHELD SYSTEM MADE IN 2024 NOW?

[@take1er]

you need to also tell that guy to stop eating his nails! couldnt focus on the video 🤣🤣

[@TheRealSlimsagey7]

I don't think Nintendo will be quaking in their boots over this

[@fortniteisexpensive]

literally no one was implying this

[@TheRealSlimsagey7]

​@fortniteisexpensive I never said anyone did, it was simply an observation.

[@neonswift]

Welcome to the club of abandoninng social media. I did this 5 years ago by tuning off notifications and I've slowly stopped using a lot of these platforms. I work in technology and I still chose to step away. It should never be in control of your activities, you should choose when to access it instead.