PlayStation now requires a ‘one-time online check’ to confirm you own a game

The Verge
By Jess WeatherbedApr 30, 2026, 5:18 am76 ptsTrending
Sony has finally stepped in to clear up the growing confusion around a new DRM (Digital Rights Management) system on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles. Users reported that the system's latest updates seemingly introduced a requirement to go online once every 30 days to validate game licenses, but Sony…

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