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PCMag on MSN · 15h

Sony clarifies PS5, PS4 license changes, introduces new one-time game check

A new rule is in place for any new purchases, which confirms you own a game before you begin playing.

GamesIndustry.biz · 13h

Sony confirms DRM policy on PS4 and PS5 is a "one-time check"

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PS4 Game Expiry Timer Sparks DRM Concerns, Here's What We Know So Far

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Estimates Of The Top-Selling Xbox Games On PS5 Raise Questions About The Multiplatform Strategy

New sales estimates from Alinea Analytics aim to fill in some of the blanks, specifically regarding how Microsoft exclusives ported to PlayStation 5 have been performing.

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3 Big Games Are Coming to Playstation Plus in May

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PlayStation Plus Games For May Include A Must-Play Sidescrolling Soulslike

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Sony clarifies PS4, PS5 digital games need only one-time check

Sony has addressed backlash over reports that new PS4 and PS5 digital games required online verification every 30 days. The company confirmed that purchases after March 2026 need only a one-time online check to authenticate licenses, after which games ...

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Opinion: Sony could make a native PS4 handheld to carry multi-gen legacy into the future

TL;DR: Sony may extend the PS4's lifecycle with a native handheld device, complementing the PS5 and future consoles. This multi-generational strategy leverages the PS4's extensive game library and active user base, enhancing player engagement and recurring ...

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Sony Appears To Be Encouraging PS4 Users To Upgrade To The PS5

Sony is reportedly trying to encourage PS4 users to upgrade to the PS5, with the hardware manufacturing now sending out system messages suggesting that users check out the latest deals for its latest home console, including its upcoming slate for 2026.