Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) is currently experiencing a significant outage that has affected multiple consoles, including the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PS Vita, and even older systems like the PlayStation 3. Users have reported issues with launching games and accessing apps, with some encountering specific error codes like “WS-116522-7,” which is tied to a failed system software update.
Sony confirmed the outage on their official PSN Service Status page, stating they are working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. The outage has led to frustration among gamers, with many taking to social media to express their dissatisfaction. Some users pointed out the broader implications of digital ownership, highlighting how even single-player games require online verification, which becomes a problem during such outages.
Interestingly, while online features remain disrupted, offline games that do not require network verification have continued to work. Sony has yet to provide details on the cause of the outage or an estimated time for resolution 【8†source】.
In response to the situation, players have used humor to cope, sharing memes about the disruption. One user humorously wrote, “PlayStation Network down, time to get to know my wife of 5 years,” while another commented on the irony of working a long shift only to find the network offline when they finally had time to play.
As Sony works to restore services, the outage highlights ongoing concerns about digital rights and ownership for many gamers.
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