PlayStation Clarifies New DRM System Requires One-Time Online Check for Game Licenses

Sony has clarified that the new DRM system on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 requires only a one-time online check to confirm game ownership, not a monthly check-in. This comes after user confusion and rumors of a 30-day online requirement. The update aims to address potential vulnerabilities, such as refund scams, without affecting regular gameplay.

By Jess Weatherbed · The Verge · April 30, 2026, 09:18 UTC

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Topics: Digital Rights Management DRM Update Game Licensing PlayStation

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