Steam Deck Gains PS Plus Cloud Streaming via Third-Party App
Valve's Steam Deck, along with other Linux-based PC handhelds, can now stream PlayStation Plus games via a new third-party app called Asobi, currently in testing. The app functions similarly to Sony's PS Portal, enabling cloud streaming of PS5 titles on the go. This development expands the utility of the Steam Deck, which previously lacked native support for PlayStation's cloud gaming service. The app is in testing phase, and its availability and performance are not yet fully confirmed. This move could increase the appeal of the Steam Deck for gamers who also subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium, potentially impacting hardware sales and subscription retention.
Global Impact
This development could subtly shift the handheld gaming market, as the Steam Deck's versatility may reduce demand for dedicated devices like the PS Portal. It also highlights a growing trend of cross-platform cloud gaming, which could accelerate the convergence of gaming ecosystems.
Why this score
- Score
- 2.2/10
- Tier
- Minor
This is a niche development in the gaming industry, affecting a specific subset of consumers (Steam Deck owners) and potentially influencing hardware sales and subscription services. It falls into the Standard tier due to its potential to shift competitive dynamics in the handheld gaming market, but its impact is limited to a relatively small audience and is not yet fully realized.
Sources on this story
- Total
- 3 sources
- VideoCardz
- Eurogamer
- Push Square
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