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Demi Williams

Sony clarifies ongoing PlayStation DRM issue, confirms digital games require a 'one-time online check' to authenticate licenses, but players won't experience any issues beyond that

A white PS5 DualSense controller sitting on a wooden surface next to a white PS5.
  • Sony has confirmed players won't need constant internet access to play digital PlayStation games
  • A 30-day license verification countdown has been introduced fpr new digital games
  • A one-time online check will be required to validate the game license

Sony has finally responded to the ongoing PlayStation license controversy, confirming that a constant internet connection won't be required to play digital games.

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