"Amazon Slashes Price: Used PlayStation Portal Now $148"

If you've been eyeing the PlayStation Portal but hesitated due to its price, now's your chance to grab a deal. Amazon Resale, formerly known as Amazon Warehouse, is currently offering the PlayStation Portal in Used: Like New condition for just $148, shipped. This is a significant 26% off the original retail price of $199. While a Sony warranty might not be included, Amazon Resale provides the same reassuring 30-day return policy as new purchases. Given the popularity of this item, we anticipate it will sell out quickly.

Update: The price has now dropped to $150.23, marking the lowest price we've seen for a Used: Like New unit.

PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for $148

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Used (Like New)### Playstation Portal

$199.99 save 26%
$148.00 at Amazon
Used: Like New Condition

This item looks and functions as if it were brand new, though moderate packing damage was noted during inspection.

The PlayStation Portal, Sony's innovative handheld gaming accessory for the PS5, resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen at its center. It transforms your PS5 into a portable gaming device, streaming games at up to 60fps. The controller retains all the beloved features of the DualSense, including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen that serves as a substitute for the DualSense's touchpad. For streaming games away from home, a very stable and fast internet connection is essential. Remember, the PS Portal isn't a standalone unit; it requires a PS5 to function.

Exciting news for Portal owners: you no longer need a PS5 to enjoy gaming. Sony has rolled out an update allowing you to stream games directly from their PlayStation Now cloud service. This means access to a vast library of over 120 games, including hits like Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part 1 Remastered, and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. To take advantage of this feature, you must subscribe to the highest tier of PlayStation Plus, which at $18 a month, is a more cost-effective option than buying a PS5 and individual games.

While the PlayStation Portal offers a unique way to stream your PS5 games over Wi-Fi at home, it's not the only option. You can achieve similar results by using the PS Remote Play app on your mobile device or other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setup is more complex, and you'll miss out on some of the DualSense's distinctive features.

PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy

"The PlayStation Portal is a surprisingly delightful device that exceeded my initial skepticism. It provides a far superior experience compared to using a phone with an attached controller and works better than I had anticipated. I particularly enjoy the freedom it offers to play my PS5 games from any location with decent Wi-Fi coverage, especially when the TV is occupied by family members playing the Switch. However, it's important to remember that the Portal is not a standalone device; it requires a PlayStation 5 to operate. The main drawbacks are the lack of support for Wi-Fi networks that require a web browser login and the absence of Bluetooth audio support. Despite these limitations, the Portal is the best current solution for PlayStation Remote Play, and if not for these issues, it would be an essential purchase for every PS5 owner who enjoys handheld gaming or faces competition for the household TV."