Sony clarifies PlayStation digital game authentication after panic
Sony clarified its PlayStation DRM policy after a YouTuber's discovery caused concern, stating that a one-time online check is required for digital game authentication. This policy ensures digital games remain playable after this initial validation, addressing fears of content expiration.
Key Takeaways
- Sony says digital PlayStation games need a one-time online check for authentication.
- After that validation, Sony says digital games remain playable.
- The panic started after YouTuber Modded Hardware spotted a new expiration date on digital PlayStation games.
- The concern was that players could be locked out of digital purchases.
Why It Matters
Sony’s clarification narrows the issue to a one-time authentication check, rather than an ongoing requirement that would block access to digital PlayStation games. For the ecosystem, the episode shows how a UI or policy detail can quickly trigger concern around digital ownership and access. For StreamingMeme readers tracking delivery and platform policy, the key signal is whether Sony makes any further changes to how expiration dates or authentication are displayed in PlayStation’s digital store.
Read full article at kotaku.com
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