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Sony cancels PSN account linking requirement for Helldivers 2 PC players following backlash

The people have spoken, Sony (eventually) listened

In context: Sony has reversed a decision that would have forced Helldivers 2 Steam players to link their accounts to PSN following global outcry against the move. The immensely popular game had been pulled from Valve's platform in 170 countries without PSN access and seen its recent Steam rating fall to Mostly Negative as a result of the now-canceled requirement.

Full story By Rob Thubron, May 6, 2024, 5:15 AM 10 comments

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Sony confirms legacy store shutdowns: What this means for you

Bottom line: Digital purchases will still be accessible, just not through the store

By Cal Jeffrey, March 30, 2021, 11:08 AM 7 comments

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Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo under investigation by UK's competition watchdog

The CMA is asking consumers to share their experiences of bad practice

By James Miller, April 7, 2019, 8:38 AM

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Sony finally catches up to Xbox 360 and allows PSN name changes

There are a few caveats unfortunately

By David Matthews, October 10, 2018, 10:05 AM

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Gaming Security

OurMine hijacked PlayStation's Twitter claiming it hacked PSN and stole user data

Likely not to be a threat, but normal breach precautions are advised

By Cal Jeffrey, August 21, 2017, 2:45 PM

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Ubisoft says it will patch graphic nudity in Watch Dogs 2 after Sony bans player for sharing image

The PSN account has now been reinstated

By Rob Thubron, November 16, 2016, 6:15 AM 10 comments

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No Man's Sky refunds: Steam says no special exemptions; other sites reportedly offering money back

By Rob Thubron, August 29, 2016, 7:30 AM 41 comments

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PlayStation Network adds to its long history of downtimes

By Dieter Holger, July 14, 2015, 8:15 PM 16 comments

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Industry Security

Lizard Squad member convicted of 50,700 charges, receives no jail time

By Tim Schiesser, July 8, 2015, 8:45 AM 13 comments

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Industry Gaming

UK police arrest man in connection with Christmas Day DDoS attacks on PlayStation Network, Xbox Live

By Shawn Knight, January 16, 2015, 12:30 PM 27 comments

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Sony wants to make up for PSN outage, offers discounts, PS+ subscription extension

By Himanshu Arora, January 2, 2015, 7:15 AM 8 comments

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Xbox Live and PlayStation Network suffer intermittent outages amid hacking claims

By Himanshu Arora, December 26, 2014, 5:15 AM 8 comments

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Gaming Security

Hackers attack PlayStation Network, tweet about bomb on plane carrying SOE president John Smedley

By Himanshu Arora, August 25, 2014, 6:15 AM 15 comments

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Industry Gaming

Sony to settle PlayStation Network class action suit for $15 million in goods and services

By Shawn Knight, July 24, 2014, 11:30 AM 8 comments

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PlayStation owners will be able to play Far Cry 4 with friends who don't own the game

By Justin Kahn, June 10, 2014, 12:15 PM

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Weekend Open Forum: What online subscription services are you paying for?

By Jose Vilches, March 7, 2014, 6:30 PM 47 comments

Holiday Gift Guide 2013: Tim's recommendations

By Tim Schiesser, November 26, 2013, 8:30 AM 9 comments

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Digital PlayStation games are now available through Amazon's new PSN store

By Justin Kahn, November 12, 2013, 10:45 AM

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Prepare your internet for Killzone: Shadow Fall's 50 GB download

By Tim Schiesser, October 1, 2013, 9:00 AM 18 comments

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UK regulators fine Sony over 2011 PSN security breach

By Jose Vilches, January 24, 2013, 11:15 AM

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Gaming Industry

Judge largely dismisses suit against Sony over PSN breach

By Matthew DeCarlo, October 24, 2012, 5:30 PM 10 comments

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ESRB intros streamlined ratings process for digitally distributed games

By Matthew DeCarlo, October 24, 2012, 2:00 PM

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S&P cuts Sony rating, warns it could face further downgrades

By Lee Kaelin, February 8, 2012, 6:30 PM

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Gaming Industry

Sony PSN service renamed Sony Entertainment Network

By Lee Kaelin, February 6, 2012, 8:30 AM

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Security Gaming

Sony suffers another security breach, locks down accounts

By Lee Kaelin, October 12, 2011, 9:30 AM 17 comments