Sony's New DRM Quietly Changes How PS5 Digital Games Work | HappyGamer
Sony has implemented a new Digital Rights Management system for recent PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 digital game purchases, requiring an online check-in every 30 days to ensure games can be launched. This change has raised concerns within the gaming community regarding digital ownership, game preservation, and the potential impact on offline play, especially for families with inconsistent internet access.
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- Company: Sony
- Platform: PlayStation 4
- Topic: Digital Ownership
- Topic: Digital Rights Management
- Platform: PlayStation 5
- Topic: Game Preservation
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