5 Tips to Boost Your Streaming Experience with Netflix on Gaming Consoles

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Netflix, being one of the most popular on-demand Internet TV streaming service providers, is preferred by a lot of the population irrespective of age, gender, geography, or profession. Its high-quality content, simplicity, compatibility with a lot of platforms and devices are some of the major reasons for the same.

We can use Netflix on Mobile Phones, PCs, Laptops, TVs, etc. Along with this, you can access Netflix via Gaming Consoles too. Gaming consoles like Xbox, PlayStation, etc., also allow users to access Netflix. To stream your favorite movies and shows on Netflix via Gaming Consoles all you need to do is Install Netflix on the console, log in or sign up (you need to have a subscription) and start streaming.

Although it is very simple and seamless to stream on Netflix, there are ways to boost your streaming experience with Netflix on Gaming Consoles.

1. Use VPN

Be it any device or any platform or even any service, using a VPN is the best way to keep your system secure and your work private. Streaming online via the Gaming Console makes it inevitable as any intruding virus may cost you several hundred dollars.

VPNs are primarily used to ensure that your connection is not exposed to viruses or hackers. However, it is also used to access geo-restricted content. Yes, you can get access to US Netflix from Australia.

All you need to do is find the VPN that suits your requirements, get connected and start streaming. Provided, Netflix does impose geo-restrictions using a VPN will enable you to access the trending shows and follow the trend.

2. Eliminate Buffering

There is nothing more heartbreaking while watching your favourite show than getting hit by a buffering screen. The first thing that you can do is check the connection speed and type. And get a good speed connection, if needed.

Moreover, you can also visit the secret Menu Netflix has, which can help hinder the buffering. It can be accessed using the gaming console controller too. Just press the code, “Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up”, then go to the screen manager and select the ” Manual” checkbox and lower the bit rate.

The lower the bit rate the less buffering. However, make sure you don’t compromise with the quality.

3. Use Phone as Remote

Using the Gaming console controller to navigate through Netflix may not be easy and can be frustrating. So, using your smartphone as a remote can be a better option.

To use your Smartphone as a remote, make sure your mobile and PlayStation both are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Now boot up the Netflix app on both devices. And your Smartphone is ready to help you navigate easily.

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4. Shuffle Play

Using Netflix on PlayStation and scrolling to find the one for hours? Well, this is not what you might be looking for. So, make use of the Shuffle Play feature provided by Netflix and let Netflix decide what you see.

The unpredictability and uncertainty of what can come on your screen can add some fun while you stream.

5. Customize the Subtitles

Netflix also provides an option to customize how your subtitles appear. You can edit the text colour and background colour of the subtitles. Customizing such small things can make your eyes like the overall design and relax at the same time. You can access this option from the Account section.

Alongside these, you can also use different profiles to ensure that the home page provides you with what you want to stream. Also, browse using hidden Netflix Categories and use Netflix Party to stream with your friends and family. This add-on also enables you to chat and video call while you all stream the same content.

Conclusion

Using Netflix on a Gaming console is no Rocket science. All you need to do is to install it on your console, log in, and get started.

Netflix is one of the simplest apps to use and because of this simplicity, most of the users overlook some amazing features Netflix provides. Using the above-mentioned tips, you can enhance your experience with Netflix not only on Gaming consoles but on any device.

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