As a PC gamer, you may have heard of PlayStation Now (PS Now) – the cloud gaming service that lets you stream hundreds of Playstation games on your Windows PC. Whether you want to revisit the classic games of the PS2 and PS3 eras or try out the latest hits on PS4 and PS5, PS Now has something for all tastes. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to access and use PS Now on your PC.

Before we begin, there are a few things you need to know about PS Now. Firstly, you’ll need a steady internet connection with a minimum of 5 Mbps speed. Secondly, PS Now requires a monthly or annual subscription, which costs $9.99 or $59.99 respectively. However, you can sign up for a 7-day trial to test the service before committing to a subscription.

With that said, let’s dive into the steps to access and use PS Now on your PC:

Step 1: Check Your PC Compatibility

To run PS Now, you’ll need a Windows 7 (SP1) or newer PC with at least a 3.5 GHz Intel Core i3 or 3.8 GHz AMD A10 processor, 300 MB of storage space, and 2 GB of RAM. Also, make sure your PC supports DirectX 9 or later. You can find your system specs by right-clicking on My Computer (or This PC) and selecting Properties.

Step 2: Download and Install the PS Now App

Once you’ve confirmed your PC meets the minimum requirements, head to the official PS Now website (https://www.playstation.com/en-us/ps-now/) and click on the ‘Start Free Trial’ or ‘Subscribe Now’ button. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to create an account and choose a subscription plan.

After signing up, you’ll be directed to the Download page, where you can download the PS Now app for Windows. Click on the ‘Download PC app’ button, and the installer file (PlayStationNowInstaller.exe) will start downloading. Once the download completes, run the installer and follow the prompts to install the app on your PC.

Step 3: Sign in and Start Streaming Games

After installing the PS Now app, open it by double-clicking on the desktop icon or clicking on the Windows Start menu and searching for ‘PlayStation Now.’ Then, sign in with your PS Now username and password. If you’re using the app for the first time, you may need to associate your DualShock 4 wireless controller with your PC via a USB cable.

Once you’re signed in, you’ll be presented with a list of games available to stream. You can browse the collection by genre, popularity, release date, or search for specific titles. To start streaming a game, click on its icon and click on ‘Start Streaming.’ You can adjust the game settings, such as resolution, frame rate, and audio, from the Settings menu.

Step 4: Play with Your DualShock 4 Controller

One of the benefits of using PS Now on your PC is that you can use your DualShock 4 wireless controller to play games. To connect your controller, first, make sure it’s fully charged, turned on, and has Bluetooth enabled. Then, press and hold the PS button and the Share button simultaneously until the light bar on the controller starts flashing.

Next, go to your PC’s Bluetooth settings (by clicking on the Windows Start menu and typing ‘Bluetooth’), and click on ‘Add Bluetooth or other device.’ Select ‘Bluetooth’ and wait for your PC to detect your DualShock 4 controller. Once detected, click on it and follow the prompts to pair it with your PC.