PS4 30-Day License Window Sparks Confusion Over Sony DRM Move
TL;DR
Reports of a 30-day expiry timer for newly bought PS4 games have sparked DRM concerns, but the facts are unclear: there’s no official Sony comment, reports are inconsistent, and some say the timer could be a bug tied to exploits being fixed. The issue appears mainly on PS4 and not consistently verifiable on PS5, with speculation about online checks, possible CMOS-battery angles, and comparisons to a similar PS3/Vita glitch from 2022. A clear stance from Sony is awaited as the situation develops.
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