How do I change my Remote Play settings?
Remote Play is an exciting feature that allows you to play your games from the comfort of your sofa or even on the go. However, sometimes you might want to adjust certain settings to optimize your gaming experience. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to change your Remote Play settings.
Basic Remote Play Settings
To start, let’s get familiar with the basic settings of Remote Play.
- Video Quality: Standard (540p) or Low (360p): These resolution settings will affect the game’s visual quality while maintaining a stable connection. Keep in mind that standard is the recommended option for most users, and low should only be used if your network is slow.
- Frame Rate: Standard: This setting decides the frame rate for each second of gameplay, meaning higher frame rates offer a smoother experience. A balanced standard frame rate of around 30-60 should provide a good tradeoff between performance and battery life.
- Show Device List: This button helps you quickly connect devices or switch between available hosts.
- Check Server Status: Connect directly to the Remote Play service without using a DNS setting. This is not relevant to most users but comes in handy for IT settings.
- Account Management: Manage your gaming ID and password for multiple remote access.
Adjusting Additional Settings
There may be times when you encounter specific issues or wish to make further adjustments:
| Setting | Description | Available Options |
|---|---|---|
| Video Quality | Video and frame rate settings. See section above. | Video quality: Standard or Low. Frame rate: Settable. |
| Maximum Latency | Limit packet transmission delay for network-bound issues. | Minimum values, e.g., in ms. |
| UDP Hole Punching | To enhance network performance with multi-user connections. | [ON/OFF toggle]. |
To access these options follow the steps below:
[Instructions]
Controlling Remote Play
Keep yourself entertained with these steps once Remote Play is properly activated.
- From Home Menu, navigate Connects.
- Open Remote Play Controller, then select "My devices".
- Look for your primary [Xbox] then pair by clicking "Scan all available devices", this option will allow devices access in the remote screen connection menu.
- Enter pairing code (as noted), then select ["Create account"].
With both accounts linked, connect in either direction:
◻ For mobile games connect to your laptop/home.
◼ Play on the local pc.