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PSN Outage: Users Demand Sony Explain Weekend Glitch

Author : Thomas Mar 14,2025

Sony attributed a 24-hour PlayStation Network outage to an unspecified “operational issue,” offering PlayStation Plus subscribers five extra days of service as compensation. While acknowledging the downtime and thanking users for their patience, Sony’s brief explanation has sparked criticism. Many users, citing the 2011 PSN data breach, are demanding greater transparency regarding the outage’s cause and preventative measures. Concerns about potential security risks and the need for identity protection services were voiced on social media. Calls for detailed information on Sony's plans to prevent future occurrences highlight a desire for improved communication and accountability.

The outage impacted not only online gaming but also single-player titles requiring online authentication or constant internet connectivity. GameStop's attempt at humor regarding the situation backfired, met with derision due to the retailer's shift away from video game sales.

Several third-party publishers responded by extending in-game events or limited-time modes affected by the PSN downtime. Capcom extended its Monster Hunter Wilds beta test, and EA extended a FIFA 25 multiplayer event.

Despite acknowledging the issue and offering compensation, Sony’s limited communication has left many customers unsatisfied and seeking further explanation and assurance. The lack of detailed information fuels ongoing discussion and underscores the importance of transparency in addressing major service disruptions.

The PSN hack of 2011 is still fresh in the memory of some gamers. Photo by Nikos Pekiaridis/NurPhoto via Getty Images.

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