Now Available: Update 4.0.1 for PS Portal

Sony recently ushered in a new update for the PS Portal, version 4.0.1, in an understated manner. This update promises unspecified performance boosts and the ever-reliable “stability improvements.” Gamers, however, have started noticing some tangible enhancements, particularly in cloud streaming quality.

### PS Portal System Software Update 4.0.1 Patch Notes (December 12, 2024)

Here’s what Sony officially shared about the latest PS Portal update:

– Enhanced system software performance and stability.
– Improved the display of messages and user interaction on certain screens.

In the online community, particularly on Reddit, users have observed some additional tweaks not mentioned in the official notes. One notable change is the ability to bring up the menu by simply pressing the PS button on the handheld, instead of having to swipe. That said, this new functionality appears primarily tied to using the PS button during cloud streaming sessions. Additionally, players can now exit from cloud streaming using the Home button.

On the topic of cloud streaming, many have voiced their satisfaction with the resolution of previous hiccups, especially when it came to streaming games like “Watch Dogs: Legion” and “Final Fantasy VII Remake.” Some users who faced issues starting these games report that these have now been resolved.

Though PS Portal’s direct cloud streaming is still in its beta phase, it’s garnering positive feedback from its user base. The service operates smoothly, offering a direct streaming option that effectively sidesteps the necessity for a PS5 connection.