PS5 DRM Glitch: Sony's Weak Response Sparks Outrage
Key Questions
What is the PS5 DRM glitch affecting?
PS4 and PS5 digital games fail the 30-day offline check-ins after Sony's exploit fix, impacting new purchases. There is no primary console workaround available.
Who reported on the DRM issue?
Reports come from Lance McDonald and Lucas7yoshi, sparking massive backlash over ownership erosion fears for casual players. This occurs amid sales and PS Plus churn.
How has Sony responded to the DRM confusion?
Sony addressed claims of digital games expiring after 30 days and released a statement on the new DRM. YouTubers like Modded Hardware and others covered the official responses.
PS4/PS5 digital games fail 30-day offline check-ins post-exploit fix for new buys (no primary console workaround, Lance McDonald/Lucas7yoshi reports); massive backlash confirms ownership erosion fears for casuals amid sales/PS Plus churn.
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Updated Apr 30, 2026