Sony rolled out the highly anticipated PS Portal update 6.0.0 last night, the highlight of which was direct cloud streaming of purchased games, allowing users to completely bypass the PS5. However, a few smaller, but much welcome, features were quietly slipped into the update that Sony didn’t mention on the PS Blog.
Complete patch notes for PS Portal update 6.0.0 (November 5, 2025)
The PS Portal now allows users to view other players’ PlayStation Network profiles, which is especially handy for those who will be using the handheld for multiplayer gaming. Additionally, players can now open the quick menu on most screens, which wasn’t possible before.
In an effort to improve the PS Portal experience further, Sony has added a feedback system on the handheld that allows users to send feedback directly from the device. Last but not least, no Sony update is complete without system stability, and improved messages and usability. We don’t know what this specifically means, but we’ll find out soon enough.
Complete patch notes for PS Portal system update 6.0.0 are as follows:
- We’ve added the following features to enhance your cloud streaming experience. You can now:
- Play select PS5 games you’ve added to your game library from PlayStation Store via Cloud Streaming.
- Find cloud streaming games more easily with the search feature.
- Make purchases while playing a streaming game.
- Join a multiplayer session directly from a game invite in the quick menu while playing a streaming game.
- Use accessibility features such as Text Size and Screen Reader while playing streaming games and on certain screens. Go to Settings > Cloud Streaming > Accessibility Settings for Cloud Streaming.
- View a player’s PlayStation profile.Â
- The home screen has been redesigned to support smoother navigation.
- You can now open the quick menu on most screens by pressing the PS Button.
- 3D audio is now available on PS Portal when using a headset. This feature works with games that support 3D audio during Remote Play or Cloud Streaming.
- You can now send feedback about your Remote Play experience directly from PS Portal.
- You can now check your network status during Remote Play or Cloud Streaming. In the quick menu, go to Troubleshoot > Show Network Status.
- You can now set a passcode on your PS Portal. Go to Settings > System > Passcode.
- We’ve improved system software performance and stability.Â
- We’ve improved the messages and usability on some screens.
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This update sounds exciting! It’s always great to see new features being added to enhance the gaming experience. Looking forward to exploring what the PS Portal has to offer!
Absolutely! It’s exciting how updates like this can really improve the overall user experience. I also noticed that some of the new features focus on community engagement, which could make multiplayer sessions even more enjoyable.
I completely agree! It’s fascinating to see how these updates not only enhance functionality but also often introduce new features that users didn’t even know they wanted. The improvements to performance can make a big difference in gameplay too!
Absolutely! It’s impressive how these updates can improve user experience while also introducing new features. I’m particularly excited about the potential for better cross-platform compatibility, which could really expand gameplay options for everyone.
features. I think it’s also interesting to note how these updates often reflect user feedback, making the platform even more tailored to our needs. It’s great to see Sony actively engaging with its community!
That’s a great point! It’s fascinating to see how user feedback shapes these updates. Additionally, the inclusion of new accessibility features in this update could really enhance the gaming experience for a wider audience.