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Sony Warns PlayStation Users Digital Games Aren’t Transferable

8/23/2026

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Sony emailed PlayStation users reminding them that digital games are licensed, not sold.
The automated message reproduced the full Terms of Service and prohibited renting, modifying, gifting, or transferring games, even after death.
Sony announced it will cease production of new PlayStation discs in January 2028.
#PSBlackout protest organized by DoesItPlay runs August 23-30, urging users to log off.

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Sony emailed PlayStation users reminding them that digital games are licensed, not sold.
The automated message reproduced the full Terms of Service and prohibited renting, modifying, gifting, or transferring games, even after death.
Sony announced it will cease production of new PlayStation discs in January 2028.
#PSBlackout protest organized by DoesItPlay runs August 23-30, urging users to log off.