Neowin News Feed for: Psn

Sony waves white flag: PSN accounts are becoming optional again on PlayStation PC games

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:50:03 +0000

Sony is rolling back its PlayStation Network account requirement to play even its single-player games on PC. The publisher is switching to offering in-game bonuses for logging in now. Read more...

PSN account requirement on PC is there to keep gamers safe, explains Sony

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 20:32:01 +0000

Sony president says the PSN requirement on PC is to keep gamers on the platform safe. However, this doesn't explain why it's needed in single-player games. Read more...

Original Horizon Zero Dawn pulled from PC stores as remaster approaches, which needs PSN

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 05 Oct 2024 21:02:01 +0000

The Steam and Epic Games Store versions of Horizon Zero Dawn have been pulled from the stores as Sony prepares the remaster. The GOG version is still available though. Read more...

Red Dead Redemption is coming to PC according to PlayStation Network store listing

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:02:02 +0000

Mentions of a Red Dead Redemption PC port has been found again, and this time it's from a PlayStation Network store listing, of all places. Rockstar may be preparing to make an official announcement. Read more...

Ghost of Tsushima PC buyers are getting refunds if they can't sign into PSN in their country

John Callaham — Sat, 11 May 2024 14:12:01 +0000

Some people who have preordered the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima PC version are getting refunds from some digital stores if they live in an area where they cannot make a PlayStation Network account. Read more...

Sony blinks and won't make Helldivers 2 PC Steam players link to a PSN account after all

John Callaham — Mon, 06 May 2024 05:02:01 +0000

Sony has reversed its course and will no longer make PC Steam players of its hit sci-fi third-person shooter Helldivers 2 link their Steam account to a PlayStation Network account to keep playing. Read more...

Helldivers 2 on Steam can't be bought in 177 countries due to PSN linking requirement

John Callaham — Sun, 05 May 2024 13:16:01 +0000

Helldivers 2 on Steam is no longer available to buy in 177 countries. That's because signing into a PlayStation Network account is not accessible in those places, and the game will require PSN soon, Read more...

Arrowhead: We are working on a solution for Helldivers 2 PC players that can't sign into PSN

John Callaham — Fri, 03 May 2024 20:04:01 +0000

Arrowhead's CEO has stated that the developer is working with Sony to find a solution for PC players of Helldivers 2 that, due to their location, cannot create a PlayStation Network account Read more...

Some Diablo IV early access PlayStation gamers can't play, but there's a workaround

John Callaham — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:08:02 +0000

There's an issue currently with some PlayStation Diablo IV players who cannot sign into the game. Some gamers have found a workaround, but the bad news is that it costs them money. Read more...

The PlayStation Network is down for certain games

Usama Jawad — Sat, 27 Feb 2021 05:02:01 +0000

Following a six-hour outage on Xbox Live yesterday, the PlayStation Network appears to be down for certain games including Call of Duty: Warzone and Minecraft for the past several hours today. Read more...

The PlayStation Network is experiencing issues, with gamers unable to log in

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 20:50:01 +0000

Account Management, Gaming And Social, PlayStation Store, and PlayStation Music services on the PlayStation Network are all currently experiencing outages for some users, Sony acknowledged. Read more...

PlayStation Store is having a flash sale with up to 50% off some titles

Namerah Saud Fatmi — Sat, 20 Apr 2019 00:00:02 +0000

Sony is currently offering a wide range of games for sale at slashed prices on the PlayStation Store. The promo includes titles for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita and PlayStation VR. Read more...

Sony now finally lets you change your online ID on PSN, and the first time is free

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 18:54:01 +0000

Sony has announced that players can now change their online ID at will, and the first change will be free of charge, while subsequent changes will cost $9.99. There are some risks, though. Read more...

PS Network is currently experiencing connectivity problems

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 22:00:01 +0000

The PlayStation network is experiencing issues with connectivity, as its account management, and gaming and social services, are currently listed as out. The company is working to fix the issues. Read more...

Sony announces it will let you change your PSN ID in 2019

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 13:38:01 +0000

The much-awaited Online ID changing feature for PlayStation Network is finally confirmed. Sony announced today that the feature is in testing and that it will roll out to everyone in 2019. Read more...

Report: Sony may finally allow you to change your PSN name

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Thu, 04 Oct 2018 21:10:01 +0000

If you regret the gaming tag you chose one fateful night as a drunken teenager, you might be in luck as a new report suggests Sony may finally allow players to change their name on PSN. Read more...

GIVEAWAY: Marvel Women of Power pinball for PSN [UPDATED WITH WINNER]

Christopher White — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 07:10:01 +0000

Did you see that Zen Studios released a new Marvel two-pack this week? If you want to grab a copy for yourself, come on in and see for yourself how easy it is... after you read the review, of course. Read more...

Angry gamers are reportedly getting refunds on No Man's Sky, even with 50 hours of playtime

Vlad Dudau — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 12:38:01 +0000

No Man's Sky is a very popular gaming title that recently came out. But there's a growing backlash against the game thanks to technical issues and too much hype, leading users to demand refunds. Read more...

Three years behind Xbox, Sony is adding two-factor authentication to PlayStation Network

Andy Weir — Thu, 21 Apr 2016 13:02:01 +0000

Xbox Live logins using Microsoft accounts have offered two-factor authentication since 2013 - but Sony is finally catching up, confirming that it's preparing to add 2FA to the PlayStation Network. Read more...

Hacking group 'SkidNP' says it plans to target Steam and Minecraft servers over Christmas

Andy Weir — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 09:38:01 +0000

While hacking group Phantom Squad says that it plans to knock Xbox Live and PSN offline over Christmas, rival group 'SkidNP' says it "will be attacking Steam and Minecraft servers". Read more...

Phantom Squad's website defaced during hacking warfare - but not by Lizard Squad... [Update]

Jack Wilkinson — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 06:20:01 +0000

The website of hacking collective Phantom Squad has been defaced by a rival hacking group, known as 'SKidNP' - although it initially appeared that the defacement was carried out by Lizard Squad. Read more...

Lizard Squad claims reponsibility for PlayStation Network outage

Justin Luna — Sat, 28 Nov 2015 09:10:01 +0000

The PlayStation Network has experienced a wide service outage which was allegedly due to Black Friday console sales. However, Lizard Squad has claimed responsibility over the attacks. Read more...

Playstation Network experiences outages over Black Friday

Matt Brown — Sat, 28 Nov 2015 00:42:01 +0000

Sony has acknowledged Playstation Network outages following heavy traffic, likely caused by Black Friday deals. While the service is now returning to normal, issues may still be encountered. Read more...

Teens arrested for using Lizard Squad's hack-for-hire services to target Microsoft

Phi Ha — Sun, 30 Aug 2015 23:54:01 +0000

Microsoft was among many companies targeted in Lizard Squad's hack-for-hire services. The cybergang became notorious after forcing PSN and Xbox Live to go offline on Christmas last year. Read more...

Lizard Squad member arrested in UK over Xbox and PlayStation attacks

Andy Weir — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 13:06:21 +0000

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in the UK, and computing equipment confiscated, as part of a joint investigation with the FBI into recent attacks against Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network. Read more...

Sony offers discounts and subscription extensions after PSN outage during Christmas

Jerry Grey — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 09:52:01 +0000

PlayStation Plus members affected by the Christmas outage will receive a five-day extension and a once-off 10% discount in the PlayStation Store as a "thank you" for their patience. Read more...

Kim Dotcom single-handedly stopped the PSN and Xbox Live outages caused by Lizard Squad

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 26 Dec 2014 10:40:01 +0000

Kim Dotcom is the sole person responsible for stopping Lizard Squad's attack on Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network, according to Kim. He offered Lizard Squad an unlimited Mega account in exchange. Read more...

Lizard Squad hackers force Xbox Live, PSN network outages

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 25 Dec 2014 02:30:01 +0000

Sony and Microsoft have been hit with another attack rendering their respective gaming services offline. "Lizard Squad" has been suspected of causing the latest issues. Read more...

7 Days: A week of new Windows Phones, old games, Sonytastrophes and virtual burgers

Andy Weir — Sat, 13 Dec 2014 18:54:40 +0000

From free music and festive deals, to Lenovo's global recall, Flight Sim's return, the end of the Nexus 5 and the cheapest Windows Phone ever, we look back at highlights from the week's top tech news. Read more...

PlayStation Network suffers outage; ‘Lizard Squad' claims responsibility

Andy Weir — Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:26:01 +0000

After hacker group Lizard Squad claimed responsibility for two Xbox Live outages last week, the same group has taken credit for bringing down Sony's PlayStation Network today. Read more...

Neowin Holiday Giveaway: 6 Games on Steam and PSN

Byron Hinson — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:48:01 +0000

Today we have a giveaway containing 6 games, Dungeon Defenders 2 - Early Access, Football Manager 2015, Sniper Elite 3, Tesla Effect, Robotex all on PC - with Trine 2 on the PlayStation 4 Read more...

The PlayStation Network suffers DDOS attack

Byron Hinson — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 06:17:33 +0000

The PlayStation Network has suffered a DDOS attack on Sunday. Despite the attack, no personal information has been accessed and services are gradually being restored. Read more...

Sony takes a bite of Microsoft's lunch with new Share Play feature

Brockman Davis — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 02:19:45 +0000

Sony has posted on their PlayStation blog website that the newest update to the PS4 software will include the "Share Play" feature, which was first introduced at E3, in addition to many others. Read more...

Sony agrees to $15m settlement for 2011 PSN attack

Brockman Davis — Thu, 24 Jul 2014 04:51:26 +0000

The massive attack that brought down the PlayStation Network is not yet forgotten. Sony has finally agreed to a $15m settlement, mainly giving away free games and services to affected users. Read more...

Sony: Over 2.1 million PS4 consoles have been sold; still working on PSN issues

John Callaham — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 13:26:31 +0000

Sony announced today that it has now sold over 2.1 million PlayStation 4 units since it launched in the U.S. November 15th, but efforts to fully restore the PlayStation Network are still being made. Read more...

PlayStation Network in Europe hit by sign-in issues following PS4 launch

John Callaham — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 23:50:03 +0000

The PlayStation Network is experiencing sign-in issues following the launch of the PS4 in Europe and Sony has disabled the ability to use digital vouchers temporarily as a result. Read more...

Sony resetting PSN account passwords worldwide is just a "routine protection"

Steven Parker — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 09:31:45 +0000

That's what Sony says anyway, although the company has also stated this only affects 'some' users, the phenomenon appears to affecting gamers' in the US, Europe and Japan. Read more...

PlayStation Store revamp: coming October 23rd

Jake Durasamy — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:53:42 +0000

PlayStation is planning and working on a revamp for the PlayStation store to help users to find content more efficiently. From what we can see, it looks like Sony's taken notes from Microsoft. Read more...

Doctor Who: The Eternity Clock released for PS3

Byron Hinson — Wed, 23 May 2012 18:27:08 +0000

Come face to face with some famous Doctor Who enemies such as the Cybermen, the Silence and the Daleks in the BBC's latest game released today for the PlayStation 3, Doctor Who: The Eternity Clock. Read more...

Scourge: Outbreak - Gallery and announcement

Byron Hinson — Tue, 22 May 2012 20:09:35 +0000

Scourge: Outbreak is a new third-person shooter game that will be released later this year on a host of formats. There will be four-player co-op, nine weapons and an XP system. The game is due Q3 2012 Read more...