For those eager to dive into handheld gaming without breaking the bank, the PlayStation Portal is now available at a significant discount on Amazon Resale (formerly Amazon Warehouse). Priced at just $158.70 for a Used: Like New condition unit, this represents a 20% saving off the original $199 retail price. While the inclusion of a Sony warranty is uncertain, Amazon Resale's 30-day return policy offers peace of mind. Given its popularity, these units are expected to sell out quickly.
PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for Under $160
PlayStation Portal
Original Price: $199.99
Current Price: $158.70 at Amazon
Save: 21%
Condition: Used: Like New
This item looks and functions as if it were new, with only moderate packing damage observed during inspection.
The PlayStation Portal, Sony's innovative handheld gaming accessory for the PS5, resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen at its center. It transforms your PS5 into a portable gaming device, allowing you to stream games at up to 60fps. The controller retains the DualSense's signature features, including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen interface in place of the touchpad. While it can stream games outside your home, a very stable and fast internet connection is essential. Remember, the PS Portal is not a standalone device; it requires a PS5 to function.
Update: You no longer need a PS5 to play games on the PS Portal. Sony has expanded its capabilities, enabling users to stream games directly from the PlayStation Now cloud streaming service. This feature, available to subscribers of the highest tier of PlayStation Plus, unlocks a vast library of over 120 games, including titles like Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part 1 Remastered, and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. At $18 a month, this is a cost-effective alternative to buying a PS5 and additional games.
It's worth noting that while the PlayStation Portal offers a seamless way to stream PS5 games over Wi-Fi, similar functionality can be achieved with the PS Remote Play app on mobile devices or other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setting this up can be more complex, and some of the DualSense's features might be lost.
PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy
"The PlayStation Portal is the most surprising device I've ever come away from loving after going in loaded with skepticism. It's such a better experience than using your phone with a slap-on controller, and it works so much better than I was anticipating. I really love the freedom it gives me to play my PS5 from anywhere with decent WiFi coverage, especially when the rest of my family was using the TV to (somewhat ironically) play the Switch. Bearing in mind that it’s in no way a stand-alone device and 100% requires a PlayStation 5 to function at all, the biggest things keeping the Portal from being a truly amazing device are its current lack of a way to access WiFi that requires a web browser to log in, and its lack of Bluetooth support for audio. For now, it's a great device that represents the best current solution for PlayStation Remote Play, and if it weren't for those two baffling caveats, I'd call this a must-own device for every PS5 owner who enjoys playing games on handheld – or has to compete for the household TV."
DualSense controllers are also on sale
Sterling Silver
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Save: 32%
Use code 'PLAY5'
Volcanic Red
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Save: 32%
Use code 'PLAY5'
Cobalt Blue
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Save: 32%
Use code 'PLAY5'
Lenovo has slashed the price of the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller to below Black Friday levels. You can now snag the Sterling Silver, Volcanic Red, or Cobalt Blue models for just $54, with free shipping when you apply the coupon code "PLAY5" at checkout. This may be your last opportunity to purchase a DualSense controller at this discounted rate, especially in these vibrant metallic colors.
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