"Amazon Slashes Price: Used PlayStation Portal Now $149.88"

The PlayStation Portal, Sony's innovative handheld gaming accessory for the PS5, has never seen a discount on its new price of $199. However, savvy gamers can now snag a "Used: Like New" condition PS Portal from Amazon Resale for just $149.88, shipping included. This represents a significant 25% savings off the original price. While a Sony warranty may not be included, Amazon Resale items are backed by the same 30-day return policy as new purchases. Given the popularity of this deal, we anticipate these units will sell out quickly.

To take advantage of this offer, make sure to select the "Save with Used - Like New" option on the product page.

PlayStation Portal Features

The PS Portal resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen integrated into the center. This device allows you to turn your PS5 into a portable gaming console by streaming games from your console at up to 60fps. It mirrors the DualSense's features such as haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen that serves as a substitute for the traditional touchpad. For remote play 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.

Excitingly, Sony has expanded the capabilities of the PS Portal with a new feature. You no longer need a PS5 to enjoy gaming on the Portal. Owners can now stream games directly from Sony’s PlayStation Now cloud streaming service, which requires a subscription to the highest tier of PlayStation Plus at $18 per month. This service grants access to 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. This makes the PS Portal a more versatile option for gamers without the need for an upfront investment in a PS5 console.

While the PS Portal offers a seamless streaming experience, it's not the only way to play PS5 games remotely within your home. You can achieve similar functionality by using the PS Remote Play app on a mobile device or other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setting this up can be more complex, and you may miss out on some of the DualSense's unique features.

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."