The PS Remote Play download is free from PlayStation for Windows 11, Windows 10 and Mac, and it lets you play your PS5 or PS4 games on your computer. Install the app, sign in with your PlayStation account and stream from the console at home.
This guide covers the right download for each device, console setup, installation on Windows and Mac, requirements, controllers, connection fixes and a clean uninstall.
Which PS Remote Play download do you need?
PS Remote Play is a free app from Sony that streams your PS5 or PS4 to another screen. Pick the row for the device you want to play on.
| Play on | Download | Needs |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC | PS Remote Play for Windows PC | 64-bit Windows, 7th Gen Intel Core or later |
| Mac | PS Remote Play for Mac | macOS Big Sur or later, up to Tahoe |
| iPhone or iPad | PS Remote Play on the App Store | iOS or iPadOS 16.0 or later |
| Android phone or tablet | PS Remote Play on Google Play | Android 9 or later |
| Another PS5 or PS4 | PS Remote Play on playstation.com | Built into the console |
Every option needs a PS5 or PS4 at home and a PlayStation account. Sony asks for at least 5 Mbps up and down, and recommends 15 Mbps.
Download PS Remote Play from the official PlayStation links
Sony hosts the Windows and Mac installers on its own download page, which playstation.com links directly. Mobile versions come from the App Store and Google Play.
- PS Remote Play for Windows PC and Mac — official installer page
- PS Remote Play overview on playstation.com — all platforms and requirements
- PS Remote Play for iPhone and iPad — App Store, published by PlayStation Mobile Inc.
- PS Remote Play for Android — Google Play
- PlayStation guide to Remote Play on PC and Mac — requirements and setup
Skip copies on download portals. They repackage the installer and lag behind the build Sony serves.
How to install PS Remote Play on Windows 11 and 10
Prepare the console first, then install the app. On a PS5, open Settings > System > Remote Play and turn on Enable Remote Play. On a PS4, open Settings > Remote Play Connection Settings and turn on Enable Remote Play.
- Open the official PS Remote Play download page and download the Windows installer.
- Run the installation file from your Downloads folder.
- Select Yes if Windows asks for permission, then follow the on-screen instructions.
- Turn on your PS5 or PS4, or put it in rest mode.
- Connect your DualSense or DUALSHOCK 4 controller to the PC with a USB cable.
- Launch PS Remote Play and select Sign In.
- Sign in with the same PlayStation account you use on the console.
- Select PS5 or PS4 to search for your console and connect.
On a PS4, also open Settings > Account Management and select Activate as Your Primary PS4. Remote Play needs the PS4 to be your primary console.
Which PS Remote Play download do you need for your Mac?
Sony ships one Mac app from the same page as the Windows version. Check your macOS version under Apple menu > About This Mac and match it to a row.
| Your Mac runs | What to do | Controller support |
|---|---|---|
| macOS Big Sur 11.3 or later, up to Tahoe | Download PS Remote Play for Mac | DualSense and DUALSHOCK 4, wired or Bluetooth |
| macOS Big Sur 11.0 to 11.2 | Download PS Remote Play for Mac | DUALSHOCK 4, wired or Bluetooth |
| macOS Catalina or older | PS Remote Play requirements for Mac | Update macOS to Big Sur or later first |
Open the downloaded file, follow the installer, then launch the app from Applications and sign in with your PlayStation account. The Mac app needs 40 MB of storage and 2 GB of RAM.
Is PS Remote Play free?
Yes. PS Remote Play is free to download and use on every platform Sony supports. The app costs nothing on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android, and the App Store lists it as free. What you need is a PS5 or PS4 console and a PlayStation account. Any site selling PS Remote Play, or offering an unlocked build, is charging for something Sony gives away.
Check the PS Remote Play system requirements before you download
Sony publishes separate requirements for Windows and Mac. The network row applies to every device.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Software | PS Remote Play |
| Developer | Sony Interactive Entertainment (App Store seller: PlayStation Mobile Inc.) |
| Latest version | 9.5.0 on iPhone and iPad; Sony lists no desktop build number |
| Licence | Free |
| Windows | Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 |
| Windows processor | 7th Generation Intel Core or later |
| Windows RAM and storage | 2 GB RAM; 100 MB storage or more |
| Windows hardware | 1024 x 768 display or higher, sound card, USB port |
| macOS | Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia, Tahoe |
| Mac RAM and storage | 2 GB RAM; 40 MB storage or more |
| Mobile | iOS and iPadOS 16.0 or later; Android 9 or later; Android TV OS 12 or later |
| Network | 5 Mbps up and down minimum; 15 Mbps recommended |
| Controllers | DualSense, DualSense Edge, DUALSHOCK 4 |
| Official download source | playstation.com |
| Last verified | 2026-09-19 |
To check your PC, press Windows + I and open System > About. Read Processor and System type to confirm a 64-bit system.
Which controllers work with PS Remote Play on PC and Mac?
The app supports the three current PlayStation controllers. How you connect them depends on your computer.
| Controller | Windows PC | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| DualSense | USB cable | Wired or Bluetooth on macOS 11.3 or later |
| DualSense Edge | USB cable | Supported |
| DUALSHOCK 4 | USB cable | Wired or Bluetooth on macOS Catalina or later |
To update DualSense firmware from a PC, connect it with a USB cable to a computer running Windows 10 or Windows 11.
Fix PS Remote Play not connecting on Windows or Mac
The app cannot find your PS5 or PS4
Remote Play is off, or the app and console use different accounts.
- On a PS5, open Settings > System > Remote Play and turn on Enable Remote Play.
- On a PS4, open Settings > Remote Play Connection Settings and turn on Enable Remote Play.
- Sign in to the app with the same PlayStation account as the console.
- Update the console to the latest system software.
The console will not wake from rest mode
Network features are off in rest mode.
- On a PS5, open Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode.
- Turn on Stay Connected to the Internet and Enable Turning on PS5 from Network.
- On a PS4, open Settings > Power Save Settings > Set Features Available in Rest Mode.
- Turn on Stay Connected to the Internet and Enable Turning on PS4 from Network.
Automatic connection keeps failing
The app cannot register the console on its own.
- On a PS5, open Settings > System > Remote Play > Pair Device.
- On a PS4, open Settings > Remote Play Connection Settings > Add Device.
- Enter the number shown on the TV into the PS Remote Play app.
The stream lags, stutters or drops
The connection is too slow or crowded.
- Confirm at least 5 Mbps up and down, and aim for 15 Mbps.
- Connect the PC or Mac with a network cable if you can.
- On Wi-Fi, use a 5GHz network.
- Pause downloads on other devices on the same network.
The network or security software blocks the connection
A router, NAT type or firewall blocks Remote Play traffic.
- Open UDP port 8572 on your router.
- Check the console’s NAT type. NAT Type 3 can stop Remote Play.
- Add PS Remote Play to your antivirus or firewall exceptions list.
How to uninstall PS Remote Play
Removing the app does not change your console or its settings.
- Close PS Remote Play.
- Press Windows + I and open Apps > Installed apps.
- Find PS Remote Play, select the three dots next to it and select Uninstall.
- Confirm, then follow the uninstaller prompts.
- On a Mac, open Finder > Applications and drag PS Remote Play to the Trash.
- To stop remote access, turn off Enable Remote Play on the console as well.
Which PS Remote Play option should you pick?
| Option | Cost | Pick it when |
|---|---|---|
| PS Remote Play for Windows or Mac | Free | You want a big screen and a wired controller |
| PS Remote Play for iPhone and iPad | Free | You play away from home on a phone or tablet |
| PS Remote Play for Android | Free | You use an Android phone, tablet or Android TV |
| PlayStation Portal Remote Player | Sold separately | You own a PS5 and want a dedicated handheld |
Every option streams from your own console. None of them runs PlayStation games without a PS5 or PS4 at home.
Frequently asked questions
Is PS Remote Play free to download?
Yes. PS Remote Play is free to download and use on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android. You need a PS5 or PS4 console and a PlayStation account, and the app itself carries no subscription or in-app purchase.
Where is the official PS Remote Play download page?
Start at playstation.com/remote-play, which links the Windows and Mac installer page on remoteplay.dl.playstation.net, the App Store listing and the Google Play listing. Sony’s support guide for PC and Mac links the same installer page.
Does PS Remote Play work on Windows 11?
Yes. Sony lists Windows 11 and 64-bit Windows 10 as supported, with a 7th Generation Intel Core processor or later, 2 GB of RAM, a sound card and a USB port for the controller.
How big is the PS Remote Play download?
Sony does not publish the installer size for Windows or Mac. It lists the storage you need instead: 100 MB or more on Windows and 40 MB or more on a Mac. The App Store lists the iPhone and iPad app at 19.7 MB.
Is there a PS Remote Play offline installer?
The Windows download is a single installation file that you run and follow on screen. Streaming itself always needs a network connection, because the app connects to your PS5 or PS4 at home or over the internet.
Is there a PS Remote Play app for Mac?
Yes. Sony offers PS Remote Play for Mac on the same official download page as the Windows version. It runs on macOS Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia and Tahoe, and needs 40 MB of storage and 2 GB of RAM.
Is PS Remote Play 64-bit?
Yes. The Windows app requires 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11, so 32-bit Windows cannot run it. Sony lists no separate ARM build for Windows and publishes no chip requirement for the Mac app.
Is PS Remote Play safe to download?
Yes, when you get it from playstation.com, remoteplay.dl.playstation.net, the App Store or Google Play. Skip download portals, which repackage the installer. If antivirus software blocks the app, add it to the firewall exceptions list.
What is the latest version of PS Remote Play?
The App Store lists PS Remote Play 9.5.0 for iPhone and iPad. Sony shows no build number for the Windows and Mac apps on playstation.com, so take the current installer from the official download page.
Does PS Remote Play work with Windows 7?
No. Sony supports PS Remote Play on 64-bit Windows 10 and Windows 11 only. On an older PC, upgrade Windows first, or stream to an iPhone, iPad or Android device instead.
Why won’t PS Remote Play connect to my PS5 or PS4?
The usual causes are Remote Play being off on the console, a different account in the app and on the console, or a slow or blocked network. Turn on Enable Remote Play, sign in with the same account and use at least 5 Mbps.
Can I use PS Remote Play without a PS5 or PS4?
No. PS Remote Play streams games from your own console, so you need a PS5 or PS4 that is turned on or in rest mode. It is not a cloud gaming service and does not run games on your PC.
