How to Join a PlayStation Party on PC?

Are you a PlayStation enthusiast looking to join a party chat on your PC? While the PlayStation App is unavailable for Windows, there is still a way to connect and participate in PlayStation Party Chats on your computer. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process step by step, ensuring that you can easily join a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC without any hassle.

What You Need to Set Up PS Remote Play

Before we dive into the details, let’s take a moment to gather all the necessary components for setting up PS Remote Play on your PC. Here’s what you’ll need:

• A PC running Windows 10 or 11 with at least a 7th-generation Intel Core processor.
• A PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 video game console.
• A DualSense or DualShock 4 wireless controller.
• A USB cable to connect the controller to your PC.
• Your PlayStation Network (PSN) account credentials.
• An internet connection with upload and download speeds of at least 5 MB.

Download & Install PS Remote Play on PC

To begin the process of joining a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC, you’ll need to download and install the PS Remote Play app. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official PlayStation website and navigate to the PS Remote Play page.
2. Download the Remote Play installer for Windows.
3. Double-click the installation file to launch the installation wizard.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the app, selecting your preferred installation folder if necessary.

Set Up Your PS5 or PS4 for Remote Play

Before you can connect to a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC, you need to activate Remote Play on your PS5 or PS4 console. Let’s go through the setup process for each console.

Activate Remote Play on the PlayStation 5

To activate Remote Play on your PS5 console, follow these steps:

1. Turn on your PS5 and navigate to the Home Screen.
2. Select “Settings” at the top of the screen.
3. Scroll down and select the “System” category.
4. Choose “Remote Play” and turn on the switch next to “Enable Remote Play.”
5. Go back to the “Settings” screen and select “Users and Accounts.”
6. Navigate to “Other” and choose “Console Sharing and Offline Play.”
7. Select “Enable” to activate console sharing.
8. Return to the “Settings” menu and choose “System,” then “Power Saving,” and finally “Features Available in Rest Mode.”
9. Activate the options for “Stay Connected to the Internet” and “Enable Turning on PS5 from Network.”

Activate Remote Play on the PlayStation 4

To activate Remote Play on your PS4 console, follow these steps:

1. Power on your PS4 and navigate to the Function Screen.
2. Select “Settings” using the Up button.
3. Choose “Remote Play Connection Settings.”
4. Turn on the switch for “Enable Remote Play.”
5. Go back to the “Settings” screen and select “Account Management.”
6. Choose “Activate as Your Primary PS4” and activate the feature.
7. Return to the “Settings” menu and select “System,” then “Power Saver Settings,” and finally “Set Features Available in Rest Mode.”
8. Turn on the options for “Stay Connected to the Internet” and “Enable Turning on PS4 from Network.”

Start a Remote Play Session on Your PC

Now that you have installed the PS Remote Play app on your PC and set up your PS5 or PS4 for Remote Play, it’s time to connect and start a remote gameplay session on your computer. Follow these steps:

1. Open the PS Remote Play app on your PC and sign in to your PSN account.
2. If prompted, modify your data usage settings or confirm and continue.
3. Configure the video resolution and frame rate according to your preferences.
4. Select the type of console you want to connect to, either PS5 or PS4.

While the PS Remote Play app searches for your console and establishes a connection, connect your PlayStation controller to your PC using a USB cable.

Join PlayStation Party Chat on PC

Once the PS Remote Play app successfully connects to your console, you will see the PlayStation user interface on your PC. Now, let’s explore how to join a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC.

Join or Create a PS5 Game Chat

To join or create a PS5 Game Chat on your PC, follow these steps:

1. Ensure that the Microphone icon in the PS Remote Play app is not muted. If it is, click to unmute it.
2. Press the PlayStation button on your wireless controller to open the Quick Menu.
3. Select the Mic icon and set the Mic to “Remote Play Device.”
4. Return to the PS Remote Play app and select “Game Base” followed by “Parties.”
5. Choose a party to join or select “Start Party” to create a new party.

Join or Create a PS4 Party Chat

To join or create a PS4 Party Chat on your PC, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the Microphone icon in the PS Remote Play app is unmuted.
2. Press the Up button on your PS4 controller and navigate to “Settings,” then “Devices,” and finally “Audio devices.”
3. Set the Input Device and Output Device to “Remote Play Device.”
4. Return to the Home Screen, press the Up button again, and select “Party.”
5. Choose a party to join or select “Start Party” to create a new party.

Change Audio Input Device in Windows

If Windows defaults to using the built-in microphones on your wireless controller, but you want to switch to the microphones on your computer, follow these steps:

1. Right-click the Start menu and select “Settings.”
2. Go to “System” and choose “Sound.”
3. Scroll down to the Input section and select your computer’s internal or external (headset) microphones.

What You Can Do in a PS Remote Play Session

During a PS Remote Play session on your PC, you have several options and capabilities at your disposal:

• You can turn off the TV connected to your PS5 or PS4 console as the gameplay will stream directly to your PC.
• You can play PlayStation games remotely, though some features like Share Screen and Share Play may not be available.
• You have the option to play in full-screen mode by selecting the Fullscreen icon in the PS Remote Play app.
• You can minimize the PS Remote Play window and multitask, allowing you to chat with friends or focus on other work while gaming.

End a PS5 or PS4 Remote Play Session

If you wish to end a PS Remote Play session, follow these steps:

1. Exit the PS Remote Play app on your PC.
2. Optionally, check the box to put the connected console in rest mode.
3. Select “OK” to confirm.

To reconnect to your PlayStation remotely, simply open the PS Remote Play app, select your console, and you’ll be ready to continue gaming. If you own multiple consoles, you can set up Remote Play sessions with other consoles by selecting “Other connections.”

It’s Time to Party

Joining a PlayStation Party Chat on your PC is now a breeze with the PS Remote Play app. While the initial setup may take some time, using the app is straightforward and user-friendly once everything is in place. Consider investing in an extra controller to ensure seamless gaming sessions on your PC or laptop. And if you don’t own a PS5 or PS4, don’t worry! You can still engage in voice chats via the PlayStation App on your mobile device.

Conclusion

At the end of the day, the joy of gaming and connecting with fellow players knows no bounds, and now you can do it right from your PC. So, get ready to party and enjoy the immersive PlayStation experience without limitations. Happy gaming!