Activating your PlayStation 4 as the primary system is required for Remote Play. To do this go to PlayStation 4 (Settings) - [PSN] - [Activate as Your Primary PS4] - [Activate] Instructions will be displayed on the Xperia screen if your PlayStation 4 is not activated.
Home Network | Internal AP in PS4 | Internet (Wi-Fi) | Internet (Mobile network) | |
PSVita Remote Play |
Recommended | Available | Not recommended | N/A |
Xperia Remote Play |
Recommended | N/A | Not recommended | N/A |
Connect the PlayStation 4 console and Xperia device to the same home network.
Update the System Software to system software v2.00 or above.
Sign-in to PSN.
Make sure that the PlayStation 4 is activated as the account’s Primary console. Go to [Settings] > [PSN] > [Activate as Your Primary PS4] > [Activate]
Download & install the Remote Play app (you can download the app from Google Play Store or accessing the PlayStation App). Sign-in to PSN with the same SEN account.
Launch Remote Play App, if On, turn off your DualShock4. Register your DualShock 4 by pressing the PS Button and SHARE button until the light bar blinks. (On screen controller as a secondary input method if a DS4 is not available)
Launch Remote Play App, select Next and follow on screen instructions and pair your device with the PlayStation 4.
If you are experiencing issues using the Remote Play app, try these steps below:
Network issues
Other troubleshooting:
Alternatively use the force stop option from recent apps and launch again. Open the settings of your Android device, select [Apps] - Remote Play, press [Force Stop] and lauch the Remote Play app again.
You can’t remotely play games in 4K from your PS4 Pro system, but up to 1080p may be available depending on hardware and bandwidth limitations. This is limited to 720p on standard PS4 systems.
If you’d like to use 1080p (30fps) for Remote Play, your broadband will need to be at least 15Mbps whether broadcasting or receiving. However, your PS4 Pro will adapt streaming quality to take changes in broadband speed into account to maximise gameplay stability.