Big news for PlayStation fans: Sony is settling a $7.8 million class action lawsuit that could mean extra credit in your PlayStation Store account. Why does this matter? Well, if you bought digital games from the store between April 2019 and December 2023, you might be in for a nice surprise.
The lawsuit, filed back in May 2021, claimed that Sony’s move to eliminate third-party vouchers created a monopoly, leading gamers to pay more for digital games. Essentially, without options like Best Buy or GameStop, prices stayed high. Now, thanks to a settlement, over 4.4 million PlayStation Network accounts could receive compensation.
If you’re curious about which games are involved, titles like The Last of Us and NBA 2K18 are on the list. Keep an eye out for a Fairness Hearing on October 15, when the court will finalize how the settlement will be distributed. Meanwhile, if you’re into PlayStation news, check out PlayStation’s 30-Day DRM concerns and how it’s affecting gamers.
And if you’re across the pond, note that Sony is also facing a hefty $2.7 billion lawsuit in the UK over similar issues. For now, keep an eye on your PSN account for any unexpected credits!
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