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
Sony has clarified that a recent '30-day license check' notification on PlayStation does not require ongoing internet connectivity to play digital games. The company confirmed that a one-time online authentication is needed to verify game licenses, after which no further checks are necessary. Players can continue accessing their purchased games as usual without disruption beyond the initial verification.
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Gaming 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 News By Demi Williams published 30 April 2026 It's believed the license check is to prevent refund scams When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Sony has confirmed players won't need constant internet access to play digital PlayStation gamesA 30-day license verification countdown has been introduced fpr new digital gamesA…
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