PlayStation Unveils Cloud Streaming for PS5 Games, Adds Support for External M.2 SSDs

In a major update that signals Sony’s continued investment in the future of gaming, PlayStation has officially rolled out cloud streaming for PlayStation 5 titles—marking a significant leap forward for players invested in the console’s digital ecosystem. The announcement was accompanied by another long-requested feature: support for external M.2 SSDs, further expanding storage capabilities for the PS5.

Sony announced on the PlayStation Blog today that cloud streaming for select PS5 titles is now available to PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers in select regions, with global rollout expected in the coming weeks. The service will offer native PS5 game streaming across compatible devices, including consoles and select PC browsers via the PlayStation Plus platform. Titles available at launch include popular first-party exclusives such as *Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales*, *Returnal*, and *Demon’s Souls*. The feature is aimed at players who want quick access without massive downloads, or those tight on SSD space.

That dovetails perfectly with Sony’s second announcement: PS5 consoles will now support select external M.2 SSDs for both game storage and play. Following an upcoming system software update, users can install certified M.2 drives with heatsinks directly into their consoles, and load games from the drives at performance levels comparable to the PS5’s internal SSD. A compatibility list will be maintained by Sony to ensure optimal performance and avoid player frustration.

The twin updates are widely being viewed as Sony’s continued effort to match—and in some ways outpace—Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass and xCloud initiatives. With Xbox offering robust streaming options and storage expansion via proprietary cards, Sony has responded with its own vision of the future: flexible access, player choice, and extended hardware longevity.

For gamers, this means fewer barriers between them and their digital libraries. No more shuffling games around just to make room for the next big release—and in some cases, no downloading required at all.

Between expanded streaming and storage options, it’s clear Sony is listening to player needs and adapting the PS5 to be more than just a traditional console—it’s evolving into a true next-generation ecosystem.