# Gamer-Friendly Music Streaming Apps This App Lets PlayStation Users Enjoy Seamless Audio Streaming By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2021-10-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-streaming-apps References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2021/10/27/22727865/sony-ps5-apple-music-app-streaming-game-console) & [blog.playstation](https://blog.playstation.com/2021/10/27/apple-music-launches-on-ps5-today/)  As far as music streaming apps go, few if any can match the popularity of Apple Music, with the service now set to expand its reach further with the introduction of a brand new app that is designed to be used on the [PlayStation 5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-rush-game) gaming console. This PlayStation-compatible version of the venerable music streaming app makes it possible for gamers to go about listening to music on the PlayStation 5 console. Users can choose to use the service simply to listen to music or even to add a musical soundtrack to their gaming activities. Considering the growing competition in the music streaming app space, any moves to make a service available on a new medium is a prudent one, with Apple Music well and truly setting its sights on the gamer market. Image Credit: PlayStation ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gamer-friendly Music Streaming:** The fusion of music streaming and gaming creates a new market for user engagement and immersive experiences. - **Expansion of Music Streaming Services:** The launch of music streaming apps on new platforms provides greater convenience to users and creates new partnership opportunities for businesses. - **Personalized Soundtracks:** The ability to customize soundtracks for different activities offers a new level of personalization to users and opens avenues for targeted advertising. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Gamers are provided with a new way to engage with music and offers opportunities for music acts to expand their reach. - **Music Streaming:** Music streaming apps can expand their market by launching on new platforms and through partnerships with gaming console developers. - **Advertising:** The integration of personalized soundtracks creates new opportunities for targeted advertising in both the gaming and music industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [TV Music Streaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku.md) - [Integrated Streaming Access Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-and-ea-sports.md) - [Gamer Music Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-music.md) - [Game-Specific Adaptive Music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plusmusic.md) - [Simplified Music Discovery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-nice.md) - [AI Adaptive Music Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-music-platform.md) - [Streaming Service Wellness Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-music-sound-therapy.md) - [Re-Imagined Music Sharing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamselect.md) - [Musically Compatible Fitness Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strava-1.md)