Sony says your PlayStation won't check for game licenses every 30 days
Rumors that Sony's PlayStation would require game licenses to be checked every 30 days have been debunked, with the company confirming that a one-time online verification after purchase is sufficient for perpetual access. The concern arose from screenshots showing a 'Valid Period' indicator, which led to fears of recurring DRM checks and potential game inaccessibility after prolonged offline use. Sony clarified that no periodic re-verification is needed, though it did not explain the purpose of the timer displayed in system settings.
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Gaming PlayStation Sony says your PlayStation won't check for game licenses every 30 days By Steve Dent April 30, 2026 3:41 am EST Engadget Rumors that Sony's new digital rights management (DRM) system might check PlayStation game licenses every 30 days appear not to be true. Despite screenshots posted on X last week showing an apparent "Valid Period" length, newly-purchased digital games will receive a perpetual license after a single online check after purchase, Sony told Game File. "Players can continue to access and play their purchased games as usual," a representative told Game File.
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