Streaming Services on PS4 2023: What Can You Stream on PS4?

PS4 is the fourth generation of the PlayStation console and is one of the most popular gaming consoles. Besides being used for gaming, it is also a console where you can watch movies or TV shows on different streaming services.

There are a lot of apps for streaming on PS4. Many apps let you stream everything from on-demand movies and TV shows to music. This article will list streaming services on PS4 that you can download into your console.

Section 1: PS4 Streaming Services

There are both free and paid apps for streaming on PS4. Even though you can download most apps for free, you still have to pay to use some of them. Below are streaming services on PS4 that you can use, such as:

1.1 Netflix

Netflix is one of the best-known and most-used streaming apps today. It is at the top of the list of the best subscription service that offers the hottest and most popular new and old movies and TV shows.

It's the best app for streaming for individuals, groups, or families. On a cozy weekend, watching Netflix on PS4 is both fun and relaxing. Netflix has different plans, such as mobile, basic, standard, and premium, that you can pay to use.

1.2 Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video is another top-rated streaming app that works well with PS4. This app is like Netflix; it lets users watch a wide range of TV shows and movies. You can buy or rent movies and TV shows through Amazon Prime Video. Some of the best Amazon Prime original series like "Jack Ryan", and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" are worthy of binging.

1.3 Disney Plus

The next streaming service on PS4 is Disney Plus. Disney Plus is one of the best PlayStation 4 streaming apps for people of all ages because it has many movies and TV shows to choose from. With the Disney Plus PS4 app, you can watch everything from classic Mickey Mouse cartoons and Disney Princess movies to live-action gems like "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea", "Star Wars", Marvel content, and more.

There are so many different kinds of videos. "The Mandalorian", "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier", and "Mulan" are all well-known original shows and movies on Disney+.

1.4 Hulu

Even though the PS4 is a great way to play games and watch movies, it lacks something, which is streaming live TV. Many alternatives to cable TV, like Sling TV, Fubo TV, YouTube TV, and AT&T NOW, don't work with PlayStation 4. Luckily PS4 supports Hulu.

Hulu is one of the live TV streaming services on PS4. Hulu lets you stream sports and other TV shows on your PS4. It's a great solution that lets you turn your game console into something like a cable box. You can watch a lot of movies and TV shows, including Hulu exclusives like "The Handmaid's Tale" and "Books of the Blood".

1.5 YouTube

This app is always mentioned when talking about streaming apps. YouTube is available at any time and on any device, including PS4. This PS4 streaming app has an easy-to-use interface that is good for both new and experienced users.

YouTube's free edition offers so many perks that it could please all types of viewers. But if you want access to all of the app's features, including ad-free viewing and access to exclusive videos, YouTube Premium is the best option.

1.6 Twitch

The Twitch app has become known as the best place for gamers to watch live videos. About 30 million people visit its website daily, which is a good sign that the service is good for video streaming. This streaming app lets PS4 users watch live and pre-recorded videos, follow channels, and chat with stations.

1.7 Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the ideal application for anime fans. This PS4 app is the most popular site for players seeking authentic Japanese anime. Crunchyroll broadcasts the latest episodes immediately after they air in Japan. Users can stream the videos in a reliable 720p resolution. This streaming app is free to download, but you must be a premium member to access all the episodes.

1.8 Spotify

Spotify is the leading music streaming service. With Spotify installed on PS4, players can listen to music from various genres while playing their favorite games.

Besides those we mentioned above, PS4 also supports the following streaming services.

• Apple TV+
• CBS All Access
• CBS News
• ESPN+
• Funimation
• NBC Sports
• Paramount+
• Vudu
• WWE Network

Section 2: How to Download Streaming Services For PS4

It's easy to download and use PS4 streaming services. You can follow the steps below to download streaming services on PS4.

• From your PS4 home screen, select the "PS Store" app.
• Go to the "TV & Video" section and then select the "Discover" tab.
• Scroll through all the streaming apps. You can also use the search function by selecting the search bar.
• Click on the streaming app that you want to download.
• At this point, you should arrive at the app page and click the "Download" button to start the download process.
• When the download is completed, wait for the app to be installed on your PS4.
• After that, press the "Launch" button. You can also launch the app by going back to your home screen and selecting the app.
• Finally, log in with your credentials to start using the streaming app.

Section 3: Can We Download From Streaming Services on PS4?

No, you cannot download streaming videos from any streaming services on PS4 because they don't support it. That means you cannot download and watch it offline on PS4. If you want to watch it on PS4 offline, you must use a third-party streaming video downloader app like StreamFab. StreamFab software allows you to download from many streaming services, such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, and more. It is compatible with both Windows and Mac.

3.1 Download From Streaming Services Using StreamFab

Before using StreamFab, make sure your PC meets the below requirements

• Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7 (32/64 bit) / macOS 10.10 - 13
• Intel i3 or above (Windows) / Core 2 Quad and above (macOS)
• 4GB of RAM or above
• 40GB of free hard disk space or above
• Internet connection

Here are the steps for using StreamFab.

• Download StreamFab. Make sure you select the suitable version for your operating system.
• Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions until the installation is completed.
• At this point, you should have arrived at the StreamFab home screen. On the left, click the "VIP Services" option.

• Select the streaming service that you wish to download the video from.
• Next, find the video that you would like to download and let it play until you see the "Analyzing Video URL…" message.
• At this point, you should see a pop-up that has the "Download Now" and "Add to Queue" buttons. To initiate the download, click "Download Now". You can also download it later by pressing the "Add to Queue" button.

• You can see the download progress by selecting the "Downloading" tab on the left. 
• After the download is completed, you can find it in the "Downloaded" tab. 

3.2 Copy Downloaded Videos to PS4

PS4 supports many video formats, such as MKV, AVI, MP4, and many more. Videos downloaded from StreamFab will be saved to MP4, which is compatible with PS4. Here is how to move them to PS4 in Windows 10.

• To begin, plug the USB drive into your PC.
• Make sure your USB drive file system is either exFAT or FAT32. If your USB drive file system is neither, you must format it to exFAT or FAT32. To format the USB drive, right-click and choose "Format". Then, select the exFat or the FAT32 option and click "Format".

• Create a folder for storing the videos. You are free to name the folder whatever you want.

• After creating the folder, copy or move the downloaded videos into the folder.
• Remove the USB drive from your PC and plug it into your PS4.
• From your PS4 home screen, select the "Media Player" app. 
• At this point, you should now see your USB device on your screen. 
• Select your USB device, and you should see a list of your downloaded videos. Just select the video to play on your PS4's Media Player.

Conclusion

At this point, you should already know what streaming services are on PS4. There are many streaming services on PS4, such as Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, and more.

Despite supporting many streaming services, those streaming services do not provide a download feature on PS4, preventing you from downloading and watching content offline.

To watch content offline on PS4, you will have to use third-party software like StreamFab. After downloading using StreamFab, you can copy the video to PS4 to watch it offline.