PlayStation Portal Enhances Cloud Streaming Beta with Gameplay Capture

Sony is introducing a significant update for PlayStation Portal users engaged with its Cloud Streaming Beta, enhancing user experience and functionality. This update, set to roll out later today, focuses on improving the remote play system's cloud capabilities.

One of the key features of this update is the ability to sort games within the Cloud Streaming Beta catalog. Players can now organize their games by Name, Release Date, or based on when titles were most recently added to PlayStation Plus, making it easier to navigate through the selection.

Another exciting addition is the capability to capture gameplay during a Cloud Streaming session. Users can access the familiar create menu to take screenshots or record video clips, with Sony supporting video clips up to 1920x1080 resolution and up to three minutes in length.

Additional updates include a queue system for when the streaming server reaches capacity, notifications for inactivity, and tools for user feedback. Sony has expressed its commitment to continuously refine and expand the features of the Cloud Streaming Beta based on user input.

Currently, the Cloud Streaming Beta is exclusive to PlayStation Plus Premium members, allowing them to stream select PS5 games from the PS Plus Catalog directly on the PS Portal. Last year's update transformed the Portal into a more independent cloud streaming device, and Sony appears dedicated to further developing this functionality.

As cloud streaming becomes increasingly integral to the gaming landscape, it will be fascinating to observe how Sony's service evolves in conjunction with the PlayStation Portal. The ability to capture numerous screenshots during streaming sessions is just one of the many enhancements that make this update a welcome addition for users.