Playstation with Homekit – You can get the full details for How to Connect & Automate Playstation with Homekit. Already, we know that the Playstation is one of the best gaming consoles. You can play a variety of games using the PS controller. So to automate this Controller on the Home app – read below.
Does Playstation work with Homekit?
Yes, you can automate Playstations with Homekit. But you can’t automate all models of Playstations on the Home App. Also, Homekit Integration doesn’t enable you to play any games using the Home app. You can only control and automate the Playstation app by – Turning on the Playstation controller, adding the game to the Playstation app, Turn off the Playstation. Therefore, use the guide to connect Playstation with Homekit.
How to connect Playstation to Homekit?
By using the Guide, you can automate Playstation with Homekit. To do this, you need a stable network connection. Although PlayStation cannot be connected directly to the Home app. You need third-party apps or software to automate the Playstation to Homekit.
Automate Playstation with Homekit using Hoobs, Homebridge & Home Assistant.
Before following any procedures, you should enable Remote Play on PlayStation to connect Playstation with Homekit. Also, while configuring the Playstation, you should provide your information to pair the Device with Homekit.
Automate Playstation with Homekit using Hoobs Box
You can automate the Playstation on Home app easily – Once you connect the PS with the Hoobs box. If you are new to the Hoobs family, then you should first set up Hoobs on Homekit.
- Install npm -g install homebridge-playstation on Hoobs.
- Then, configure it. For configuration – use terminal open su homebridge.
- Then, authenticate it with your PSN account.
At the same time, Turn on your Ps >> settings >> System >>Remote Play >>Link device and enter the pin code to get paired with Hoobs.
That’s all about connecting Playstation with Homekit using the Hoobs box. To get a detailed guide on Playstation with Hoobs; HOOBS PLAYSTATION To HOMEKIT
Add Playstation Homekit via Homebridge
First, you should connect homekit with Homebridge. Homebridge is open-source software that helps us to connect non-compatible devices to Homekit. Also, Homebridge software is compatible with macOS, Windows 10, and Linux. Therefore, to add Playstation with Homekit using Homebridge is simple. First, ensure the requirements are fulfilled to connect the homekit with PlayStation.
Requirements for Playstation and Apple Homekit
- Playstations.
- Home app on your device.
- The PS4 second screen app – is available on both Apple Store and Google Play Store.
- A computer and
You should connect all of the devices with the same Wifi connection. And install the Second screen app on your device. Then, connect it with the homekit to automate the PS.
Read also, Connect Google Home to Homekit
Connect Playstation with second screen App
- First, log in to the Homebridge platform.
- Then, open the terminal on the Homebridge platform.
- Enter the configuration to install the ps walker on homebridge “npm i ps4-waker -g” – So enter sudo and add the Configuration. (eg: sudo npm i ps4-waker -g)
- Next, install and open the Second Screen app on your mobile.
- Tap on the PS 4 or PS 5 Dash to pair with Homebridge. If the app pairs with Homebridge it provides the credentials on the terminal.
- Then, Turn on the PlayStation >> settings >> mobile app connection >> add device and it provides the pin code.
- Pincode should enter the Homebridge terminal.
For more options, search plugins for PlayStation on GitHub.
That’s it. Once Your Playstation is connected with Homebridge. Just add the plugin for automating the Playstation on Homeapp.
Add Playstation plugins to automate Homeapp
To add the PlayStation plugin; From the homepage >> search for Homebridge >> open plugins >> Search PlayStation >> copy the plugin and paste it on the Homebridge Terminal.
That’s it. Once you add the Plugins on homebridge, then automatically accessories added on the Home app.
For more dependencies and Code – refer; to Playstation Homekit.
Connect Playstation with Homekit via Home Assistant
Adding a PlayStation accessory with Homekit using Homeassistant is simple, but you need to know the basic Python language to integrate it. So first, connect the home assistant with Homekit – You should fulfill the basic requirements.
- Homekit.
- Home Assistant.
- Playstation.
- Second Screen app.
So these are the basic requirements to connect Homekit with Playstation. If you are new to Home Assistant -> Install Home Assistant on Homekit. (To know installation guide – see hacs.com) If you are an existing user of Home Assistant and homekit – Then,
Connect HA – Playstation with Homekit
- From the Home Assistant page.
- Search for the integration tab and select it.
- Click Vertical Eclipse>> Add custom repository >> Select Integration >> click category.
- Select the add button >> search for Playstation and close the Repository tab.
- Search for the PlayStation Network Card on the integration page >> then click the install option.
Once you install this – You should integrate it. So go to settings >> devices & service >> integration >> add integration >> Playstation Network >> and configure it. Once, you completed all these processes then, restart your Home Assistant.
For the detailed installation process, refer to Playstion with Home Assistant.
Other ways for Automating Playstation with Homekit
If you tried all these Hoobs, Homebridge, and Home Assistant but still facing a problem with automating Playstation with Homekit. Then, use the Other Alternatives mentioned below;
- Hubitat. or
- Smartthings.
So you can use any of these devices to connect PlayStation with Homekit. First, you should connect to Playstation with this software>> then, connect with Homekit. Once, you connect you can enjoy every automation by using Alexa or Siri voice assistants.
Can I use Alexa to automate Playstation with Homekit?
Yes, You can use any voice assistant like alexa to automate the Playstation with Homekit. But you should Integrate it with Homekit to automate the PS. Moreover, you can use the voice assistant only to instruct your Game console to;
Turn on PS or Turn Off PS or add PS games.
Therefore, you can’t Play or access any other controls on the games on Playstation using the Home app.
Also, read How to Connect ChatGPT to Homekit.
Final Words
I hope this article provides the full details related to PlayStation with Homekit. Moreover, for using plugins, configurations are recommended you to use via official software. If you have any doubts related to this guide, use the comment section. Furthermore, for related articles, follow Connecthomekit.com.