Apple Music has officially launched for the PlayStation 5, the first console to include a music streaming service since Apple launched.

As announced in a PlayStation blog post, PlayStation users with a subscription Apple Music You can stream music directly from PlayStation 5.

“For those of you who love to listen to music in addition to games, we & # 39; re pleased to announce that Apple Music is launching on the PS5 – the first game console to feature an integrated Apple music experience, bringing their extensive music catalog to PS5 players globally. Integration is offered so players can listen before or during their game session.

How Apple Music works on PlayStation

Players can listen to music in both menus through the Apple Music app PlayStation 5, as well as during the game. According to the blog post, in addition to being able to listen to your own playlists and over 90 million different songs, you can also find recommendations for playlists that match the games you are currently playing. Music videos that can stream 4k.

Basically, you can launch the Apple Music app by pressing the PS button on the DualSense wireless controller to access the Control Center and select Apple Music before entering a game or during the game.

Adding Apple Music to the PlayStation 5 strengthens the current list of media applications on the console and strengthens its ability to act as an all-in-one home entertainment system. The music streaming service joins third-party applications, including Twitch, YouTube, Apple TV + and Netflix.