Play Ps4 Games On Mac Without Ps4

We all know that PlayStation 4 is the most rampant gaming platform used in recent times. People of all age groups enjoy playing on it. But it is always contending with Microsoft and in reply to Microsoft’s announcement of allowing Xbox One games to be played on PC’s running Windows 10, Sony has come up with PS4 Remote Play.

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Using the steps mentioned in this article you can easily setup and install PS4 Remote Play on Pc to play your PS4 games.

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Highlights:

You need to download and install Remote Play app on your PC or Mac
PlayStation 4 should be running software v3.50 or higher
DualShock 4 controller should be connected with PC Remote Play
You should be logged into your PSN account
Search for PS4 if not detected connect manually

System Requirements

Your device on which you want to run the app should be running one of the following operating systems:

Windows 8.1
Windows 10 or later
OS X 10.10
OS X 10.11

Depending on your internet connection, select the resolution and frame rate options. A minimum of 5Mb internet connection speed is required.

Resolution options: 360p, 540p, 720p
Default resolution – 540p
Frame rate: Standard (30fps), High (60fps)
Default frame rate – Standard (30fps)

DualShock 4 controller, will work if it is connected with your PC or Mac via micro USB.

How to Install PS4 Remote Play

Step 1) Firstly, you need to download and install the app. To download it click here. After it is downloaded, install the app and follow the instructions.

Step 2) Your PS4 software should be updated to 3.50. If you are running an older version, you will be prompted to download and install update.

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If you don’t get a prompt you have to manually download the update by going to Settings and then System Software Update.

Step 3) Next, launch PC Remote Play app and connect DualShock 4 controller. Currently, the Remote Play app works with wired connections only. Therefore, you’ll have to plug your PS4 controller into your device (PC/Mac) via a USB cable. Now click “Start”.

Step 4) Now, login to your PSN account, it is same PlayStation 4 account.

Step 5 a) Once the app is installed it will automatically look up for your PS4. If it powered on or registered as the primary PS4 only then it will be searched via internet.

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Step 5b) If it isn’t detected, click Manually Connect, while connecting it manually make sure that your PS4 and your PC/Mac are on the same network.

To search manually, on your PS4, go to Settings then Remote Play Connection Settings next Add device now enter the number provided on the Remote Play app.

Step 6 – Once all is done PS4 will be connected with your device. Now you are all ready. If you want to check your connection settings, disconnect from Remote Play by closing the Remote Play app.

Before connecting, click Settings and change the resolution, for better performance.

After you are connected, you will be asked to choose the streaming quality for Remote Play(for the first time users only). Select the resolution and the frame rate for your stream. Click “Ok” you’ll now see your PS4 menu streamed to your PC.

Well, this is way you can setup your Remote Play.

In addition to this you can also do some other things with Remote Play, lets have look to it also.

All that you can do with Remote Play

?Control PS4 remotely

Missed to switch off your PS4 at home? Open Remote Play app on your PC and connect it to your paired PS4, now open the PS4 menu, to turn off the gaming console.

?Change any Pc into a gaming machine

Everyone does not have access to all the great hardware for better gaming experience. Remote Play brings a solution to this problem, it uses internet to stream the content from your PS4. A 2010 MacBook Air will also run all the games at the maximum possible frame rate. To make this work you need to make sure that your internet connection’s speed is at least 5 Mbps or above.

?Play your favorite games on the go

Remote Play app will not you miss your PS4 wherever you go. You gain access to it remotely if your PS4 is switched on at your home and is paired.

You can now easily play all your favorite games right from your laptop, no matter where you are. All you need is a high-speed internet connection to handle the stream easily.

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Wrap Up:

For so long, Remote Play was a feature that was restricted to Sony’s PSP and PS Vita devices. But now as it allows you to play games on PC/Mac it will surely be the best. It is real good with its nifty feature but with a limitation that, you can not play games at 1080p no matter what internet speeds you have. The technology is limited to only 720p.

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Update information

Main features of the (PS4 Remote Play) version 3.0 update:

Stability during use of some features has been improved.

Getting ready

You'll need the following to use (PS4 Remote Play).

Computer^*
PS4™ system^*
DUALSHOCK™4 wireless controller
USB cable or DUALSHOCK™4 USB wireless adaptor
By using a wireless adaptor, you can use the controller wirelessly.
Account for PlayStation™Network
High-speed Internet connection
For best performance, we recommend a high-speed connection with upload and download speeds of at least 15 Mbps.

*See also 'System requirements'.

To use voice chat, you'll need a microphone. You can use your computer's built-in microphone if you'd like.

Initial setup

Installing the application

1.Click one of the links below to download the installation file for (PS4 Remote Play).
Save the file to your desktop or other location.
2.Run the installation file.
An installation dialog box appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the application.
During the installation, you might see a request to download additional software that's needed to use (PS4 Remote Play). To download this software, follow the on-screen instructions.

Setting up your PS4™ system

Before using this application, you'll need to do the following on your PS4™ system.

Enable Remote Play. Select (Settings) > [Remote Play Connection Settings], and then select the checkbox for [Enable Remote Play].
Activate the system as your primary PS4™ system. Select (Settings) > [Account Management] > [Activate as Your Primary PS4] > [Activate].
To start Remote Play while your PS4™ system is in rest mode, select (Settings) > [Power Save Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode]. Then select the checkboxes for [Stay Connected to the Internet] and [Enable Turning On PS4 from Network].

Using Remote Play

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1.Turn on your PS4™ system or put it into rest mode.
2.Connect a controller to your computer with a USB cable, or pair it using a DUALSHOCK™4 USB wireless adaptor.
3.Launch (PS4 Remote Play) on your computer, and then click [Start].
4.Sign in with your account for PlayStation™Network.

You'll need to pair your PS4™ system and computer manually if you haven't activated your PS4™ system as your primary system, or if this application can't find your PS4™ system. Connect your computer and PS4™ system over the same network, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Some games do not support Remote Play.
Some or all video content might not be displayed on your device depending on the game or video service.
For details on audio input and output during Remote Play, visit the customer support website for your country or region.

When Remote Play is not available

Refer to the following information if Remote Play is not available, or if you experience stability issues.

Generally, a high-speed connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 Mbps is required.
To view the estimated connection speed for your PS4™ system, select (Settings) > [Network] > [Test Internet Connection].
We recommend a wired Internet connection for both your PS4™ system and computer.
If you are using a Wi-Fi (wireless) connection, move your PS4™ system closer to the access point or router. Make sure there are no obstructions between them.
Other devices on your network might be using a large amount of bandwidth. Wait until they are idle before using Remote Play.
Select [Settings] > [Video Quality for Remote Play] on the (PS4 Remote Play) start screen. Configure these settings:
- For [Resolution], choose either [Standard (540p)] or [Low (360p)].
- For [Frame Rate], choose [Standard].

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The connection speed varies depending on your network environment. For details, contact your Internet service provider.

System requirements

PS4™ system

System software version 7.00 or later

Always update your PS4™ system to the latest version of the system software.

Windows PC

A computer with either of the following operating systems.
- Windows 8.1 (32-bit or 64-bit)
- Windows 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)
Intel® Core™ i5-560M Processor 2.67 GHz or faster
Intel Core i5-2450M Processor 2.50 GHz or faster
When setting [Video Quality for Remote Play] > [Resolution] to [Best (1080p)] and [Frame Rate] to [High] on a PS4™ system (CUH-7000 series).
100 MB or more of available storage
2 GB or more of RAM
1024 × 768 or higher display resolution
Sound card
USB port

Uninstalling the application

Folder and command names might vary depending on your OS version.

In Windows Settings, click [Apps], or in Control Panel, click [Programs] > [Programs and Features], and then uninstall [PS4 Remote Play].

Support information

For more information about (PS4 Remote Play), visit the customer support website for your country or region.