Ploud review
A focused way to stream your own PlayStation games without buying a console.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Ploud rents dedicated physical PlayStation 5 consoles by the hour for customers who want remote access to games they own through a PlayStation Network account. It is aimed at PlayStation owners who need cloud-hosted console access rather than a catalog of streamed games. Sessions can be accessed through a browser on Mac, Windows PC, Linux, and ChromeOS, with Google TV and Android TV support through Moonlight. Consoles are hosted in France, and the service is currently presented as not yet open, with a launch planned before GTA 6.
Ploud’s pricing is based on hourly credits instead of a recurring monthly subscription. Discovery costs €3.97 per hour, Campaign costs €3.10 per hour, and Complete costs €2.68 per hour. The published plan highlights list the same core allocation for each paid tier: a dedicated physical PlayStation 5, 200 GB of reserved storage, and play through the customer’s own PlayStation Network account. Hourly credits do not expire, and a 30-minute free trial is listed. These rates are hourly credit prices, not monthly subscription prices.
The service’s strongest fit is its narrow PlayStation setup: a dedicated console, persistent storage between sessions, 1080p streaming at 60 frames per second, and HDR10 support. That combination suits players who already own compatible games and want remote access without purchasing another PS5. It is less suitable for someone seeking a multi-platform game library, broader integrations, or a service that supplies games directly. Buyers should also account for the service’s current pre-launch status when considering it for immediate access.
Ploud pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Dedicated physical PlayStation 5 with 200 GB reserved storage
- 1080p streaming at 60 frames per second with HDR10
- Non-expiring hourly credits across browser and supported TV devices
- Where it doesn't
- PlayStation-focused rather than a broader cloud gaming service
- Does not supply games; users need their own PlayStation Network account
- The service is presented as not yet open
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