Reported PlayStation update applies 30‑day online DRM timers to new digital purchases

30-day countdown was first discovered on 25 April by YouTuber Modded Warfare If the timer reaches zero before internet verification, access to purchased games is locked The DRM does not impact physical games nor games bought in the past On PS5 the timer is not visible and an error appears if game is

  • 30-day countdown was first discovered on 25 April by YouTuber Modded Warfare
  • If the timer reaches zero before internet verification, access to purchased games is locked
  • The DRM does not impact physical games nor games bought in the past
  • On PS5 the timer is not visible and an error appears if game is not verified online
  • Does it Play reported an anonymous insider said the DRM was "unintentional"
  • ResetEra user Andshrew reported the timer switched to an indefinite licence after about 16 days

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