"Save $40 on Used Like-New PlayStation Portal at Amazon"

The PlayStation Portal, though never discounted when brand new, offers a significant saving when purchased used. Amazon Resale currently lists the PlayStation Portal in "Used: Like New" condition for just $158.70, shipped. This represents a 20% discount off the original $199 price tag. While the inclusion of a Sony warranty is uncertain, Amazon Resale items come with the same 30-day return policy as new purchases. Given the popularity, these units are expected to sell out quickly.

PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for Under $160

PlayStation Portal

Original Price: $199.99
Current Price: $158.70 at Amazon
Condition: Used: Like New
Description: The item looks and functions as if it were new, though moderate packing damage was observed during inspection.

The PlayStation Portal, Sony's innovative handheld accessory for the PS5, resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen integrated into its center. This device allows you to stream games from your PS5 at up to 60fps, bringing the full DualSense experience—including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen interface—to your handheld gaming sessions. It's essential to note that the Portal requires a very stable and fast internet connection, especially when streaming games outside your home. However, the PS Portal is not a standalone device; it strictly serves as a remote player for the PlayStation 5.

Update: You no longer need a PS5 to enjoy gaming on the PS Portal. Sony has introduced a feature allowing users to stream games directly from the PlayStation Now cloud streaming service. This means Portal owners can either connect to their PS5 or directly to Sony’s cloud servers, accessing over 120 games including titles like Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part 1 Remastered, and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. To use this feature, a subscription to the highest tier of PlayStation Plus is required, which costs $18 per month—a more affordable option than purchasing a PS5 and individual games.

It's worth mentioning that the PlayStation Portal isn't the only way to stream PS5 games over Wi-Fi within your home. The PS Remote Play app can be downloaded on various mobile devices, including other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setting this up is more complex, and you'll miss out on some of the DualSense's unique features.

PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy

"The PlayStation Portal is the most surprising device I've ever come away from loving after going in loaded with skepticism. It's such a better experience than using your phone with a slap-on controller, and it works so much better than I was anticipating. I really love the freedom it gives me to play my PS5 from anywhere with decent WiFi coverage, especially when the rest of my family was using the TV to (somewhat ironically) play the Switch. Bearing in mind that it’s in no way a stand-alone device and 100% requires a PlayStation 5 to function at all, the biggest things keeping the Portal from being a truly amazing device are its current lack of a way to access WiFi that requires a web browser to log in, and its lack of Bluetooth support for audio. For now, it's a great device that represents the best current solution for PlayStation Remote Play, and if it weren't for those two baffling caveats, I'd call this a must-own device for every PS5 owner who enjoys playing games on handheld – or has to compete for the household TV."

DualSense Controllers are Also on Sale

Sterling Silver
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Use code: 'PLAY5'

Volcanic Red
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Use code: 'PLAY5'

Cobalt Blue
Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
Original Price: $79.99
Current Price: $54.00 at Lenovo
Use code: 'PLAY5'

Lenovo has recently reduced the price of the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller to below Black Friday levels. You can now select from Sterling Silver, Volcanic Red, or Cobalt Blue for only $54, including free shipping, by applying the coupon code "PLAY5" at checkout. This might be your last opportunity to purchase a DualSense controller at this price, especially in these striking metallic colors.

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