How to Join a PlayStation Network Party

Playing online with friends is one of the best parts of the PlayStation experience. With the PlayStation Network (PSN), you can easily join a party with your friends and play together online. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps on how to join a PSN party.

Prerequisites

• Make sure you have a PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, or PlayStation Vita console.
• Ensure you have a PlayStation Network account and are signed in to your console.
• Your friends must also have a PSN account and be online.

Step 1: Launch the Party App

To join a PSN party, launch the PS4’s Party App or the PSN app on your PS5 or Vita console. You can do this by following these steps:

• On PS4: Go to the Home screen, navigate to the “Notifications” tab, and select “Party” from the menu.
• On PS5: Go to the Home screen, navigate to the “Social” tab, and select “Party” from the menu.
• On Vita: Go to the Home screen, navigate to the “Game” tab, and select “Party” from the menu.

Step 2: Invite Friends

In the Party App, you’ll see a list of your online friends. You can invite friends to join your party by following these steps:

• Select a friend you want to invite from the list.
• Click the “Invite to Party” button.
• Choose the game you want to play together (if you have multiple games installed).
• Send the invitation to your friend.

Step 3: Wait for Your Friend to Accept

Once you’ve sent the invitation, wait for your friend to accept. You’ll see a “Pending” status next to their name until they accept the invitation.

Step 4: Start Playing

Once your friend accepts the invitation, you can start playing the game together. Make sure both of you are signed in to the game and have the correct game mode selected.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure your internet connection is stable and fast to ensure a smooth gaming experience.
• You can join multiple parties at the same time, but you can only play one game at a time.
• You can also create a party from within a game by going to the game’s multiplayer menu and selecting “Party” or “Online Play”.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If you’re having trouble joining a party, ensure that your friend has accepted the invitation and that both of you are signed in to the same game.
• If you’re experiencing connectivity issues, check your internet connection speed and try restarting your console.
• If you’re still having trouble, try restarting the Party App or contacting PlayStation support for assistance.

By following these simple steps, you can easily join a PSN party and play with your friends online. Happy gaming!