PS5 DRM Panic Was a One-Time Check, Not a Policy Overhaul
TL;DR
Online outrage over rumored PS5/PS5 Pro DRM requiring constant internet access was unfounded: Sony confirmed a one-time license check for new digital titles to verify authenticity, not a perpetual online requirement. The change is likely aimed at stopping refund-scam abuse, but it highlights ongoing concerns about digital ownership and how much control platform owners have over your library. Sony should communicate changes more clearly to prevent speculative backlash.
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