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PlayStation Fans Deduce Sony's New 30-Day Digital Game Licence Mechanism

April 29, 2026
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PlayStation Fans Deduce Sony's New 30-Day Digital Game Licence Mechanism

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PlayStation fans determined Sony implemented a 30-day temporary license for new digital PS4 and PS5 games, replacing it with a permanent one after 14 days upon online verification. This update aims to prevent users from keeping access to refunded games post-window expiration, addressing concerns regarding offline access limitations and dead batteries. While Sony remains silent, community testing confirms existing titles remain playable indefinitely once the initial period passes.

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