Playstation 5 Rolls Out Media Apps, Streaming Service Capabilites

Sony has rolled out information on all the media apps and video streaming services that the Playstation 5 will have access to on the day of it’s highly anticipated launch, as well as a deeper look at it’s media remote.

As soon as the console launches, players will have access to Netflix, Disney+, Spotify, and Apple TV (which is also heading to the Playstation 4). Additionally, the console will support streaming to both Twitch and to YouTube, giving twitch streamers direct-to-streaming capabilities.

Players won’t have to hunt these apps down as they will be immediately available under the Media tab.

According to their official website:

Apple TV

• Enjoy Apple TV+, Apple TV channels, new and popular movies, and personalized, curated recommendations on the Apple TV app. That means users can enjoy Apple Originals like Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet, Ted Lasso, and The Morning Show through Apple TV+, subscribe to premium channels, and buy or rent movies and TV shows and access past purchases from Apple. The Apple TV app will also be available on PS4.

Disney+

• The dedicated home for movies, shows, shorts, and originals from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. From original series like The Mandalorian, to fan favorites like The Simpsons, you can watch your favorite stories right from your PS5 console.

Netflix

• Catch up on top entertainment hits such as Stranger Things, The Haunting of Bly Manor and more. With thousands of TV episodes and movies in Netflix’s library, there’s plenty to choose from.

Spotify

• Listen while you play. Just as with PS4, users can play their favorite songs as background music in-game with Spotify. You can choose from more than 60 million songs while you’re battling bosses or roaming through an open-world adventure.

Twitch

• With a deeply integrated Twitch experience on PS5, you can now watch or livestream your favorite gameplay and chat live about the best moments with fellow gamers throughout the many diverse and dynamic communities.

YouTube

• Also integrated with PS5, you can broadcast and share your epic gameplay moments directly to your YouTube channel, or sit back and watch new and trending content shared from around the world.

Additional streaming apps* coming to PS5 include Amazon Prime Video, MyCanal, Hulu, Peacock, and more.