PlayStation Services Knocked Offline by Unknown Issues

PlayStation services have been impacted by unknown issues, causing disruption for players on both the PS5 and PS4 consoles.

Sony’s PSN Status Website Alerts Players

Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) status website is issuing red warnings indicating that “some services are experiencing issues.”

Impacted Services

The affected services include account management, which includes difficulties with signing in, gaming, and social features like launching certain games. Additionally, the PlayStation Store is affected, impacting the ability to purchase, download, or redeem vouchers.

A message from Sony states, “You might have difficulty signing in or creating an account for PlayStation Network. We’re working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.”

PlayStation Network status page, showing various services offline. | Image credit: Sony / Eurogamer

Sony Investigates PlayStation Network Outage

Sony has yet to provide further details or an estimated time for services to resume. A Japanese Ask Playstation post on X acknowledges the “PlayStation Network outage” and mentions that Sony is “currently investigating.”

Eurogamer has reached out to Sony for additional information on the situation.

FAQs

Q: What should I do if I’m unable to sign in to my PlayStation Network account?

A: If you’re experiencing difficulty signing in to your PlayStation Network account, it is recommended to wait for Sony to resolve the issue. Avoid multiple login attempts as this can further delay the process.

Q: Can I still play games offline during this outage?

A: If you have downloaded games that do not require an online connection, you should still be able to play those games offline. However, any online features or multiplayer capabilities may be affected.

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