Sony reveals what streaming services and media apps will be available on the PS5 at launch.
In a recent PlayStation Blog post, Sony confirms the big apps that'll be ready for the PS5's November 12 launch. Big heavy hitters like HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu are noticeably absent from the list, but Sony says some of these are coming later.
Popular Now: GTA Technical Director comments on GTA 6 running at 60 FPS on consolesThe following apps will be pre-installed on the PlayStation 5's SSD in the new Media section:
- Apple TV
- Disney+
- Netflix
- Spotify
- Twitch
- YouTube
Sony also confirms Twitch integration includes live chats, and Spotify tracks can play as you play PS5 games. The PlayStation 5's media remote also sports dedicated launch buttons for Disney+, Spotify, Netflix, and YouTube.
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