Diagnose and resolve issues with Remote Play.
Remote Play cannot be used when:
Broadcasting (or streaming) from your PS5™ console or PS4™ console.
Other players are using the console.
Launching a game that does not support Remote Play.
Make sure:
Your console is on or in rest mode.
Remote Play is enabled.
The system software is up to date.
The minimum required connection speed for Remote Play is 5Mbps for both upload and download. Follow the steps below to check that your connection meets these requirements.
PS5 console: Go to Settings > Network > Connection Status, and then select Test Internet Connection.
Perform a network speed test on your device. The minimum required connection speed for Remote Play is 5Mbps for both upload and download.
Make sure the network NAT type is Type 2 or less. Learn your NAT type by launching the PS4 Remote Play application, then click Settings and choose the Information tab.
If your connection is not strong enough to support Remote Play, please visit the PSN connection optimization page for tips on how to boost your connection speeds.
Uninstall the PS Remote Play application using the directions below, then reinstall the application.
From the Control Panel, click Programs and Features, and then uninstall PS Remote Play.
Drag PS Remote Play from the Applications folder to the Trash. Then choose Finder > Empty Trash.
Tap and hold the Remote Play app then select uninstall.
The anti-virus software on your device may be blocking Remote Play. Try disabling the firewall settings on your antivirus software, or adding Remote Play application to the firewall program exceptions. For details, refer to the instructions provided by the antivirus software.
You can change the PS Remote Play application video quality to improve your connection. From the launch screen of PS Remote Play on your device, go to Settings and then select Video Quality for Remote Play. Set Resolution to Standard (540p) or Low (360p), and Frame Rate to Standard.
You may need to install the latest graphics driver. Please refer to your graphics card manufacturer for the latest drivers and installation instructions.
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