With the remote function you have the possibility to control your PS5, but also your PS4 externally, without having to connect the PlayStation 5 to another device or screen. We explain how to do this here.
What can I do with the remote function? With this feature you are able to control your PS5 console from other devices and locations. With the so-called remote play, you can even play entire PlayStation 5 games on your PC or PS4.
Control PS5 with PC, mobile phone or PS4: Here's how!
In order to be able to control your PlayStation 5 from another location, you should have a good internet connection in addition to the necessary devices . A stable WiFi network is indispensable here, nothing will happen with your mobile data volume. In addition to your PlayStation 5, you also need a free PSN account .
If all this is given, you can now select your desired remote control:
- Pc
- Smartphone
- PS4 / PS5
1. Control PS5 with PC
- Click on the settings of your console.
- Select System and activate the Remote Play sub-item.
- Start PS Remote Play on your PC and log in with the same PSN account as on your PlayStation 5.
- Connect your controller to your PC via a USB cable .
- Then you can search PS Remote Play for your PS5 console and have it connected automatically if both devices are in the same network.
- Alternative: Manual entry - If the app does not recognize the console directly, it asks you to enter a code , which is displayed on your console after activating Remote Play.
2. Operate the PS5 with the smartphone
- Click on the settings of your console.
- Select System and activate the Remote Play sub-item .
- Then start the app on your smartphone and connect accordingly to your PS5. For this you have to enter a code with which you pair the devices.
- Then you don't need a controller connection, but can use the controls on your smartphone to navigate through the PlayStation 5 menu.
- Call up settings
- Use the Create button
- Display the Control Center
- Get microphone status - switch microphone on and off
- Use the options key
3. Play PS5 games on PS4
- Select the PS5 Remote Play function on the home screen of your PS4 and search for the PlayStation 5.
- Then log in to the PlayStation 4 with the same PSN ID that you use on the PS5.
- Pair the two devices by entering the displayed code, then you can access your PS5 and the associated games via the PS4.
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