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PSN Down - and digital games don't start? Many players report problems. You can find out why disc versions are now the rescue here.
WhileOnline players in particular meet, more and more users report that they cannot start single player games-even if they do not actually need a permanent internet connection. Digital purchases in which thecarried out an online license test. Anyone who has their games on Disc can continue to gamble.
Players report problems with digital playing
On social media howRedditReports from PlayStation users who cannot start their digitally bought games are piling up. Among other things also seemsto be affected because the game requires an online license agreement before it can be started. Other titles with similar mechanisms could currently be unplayable due to the PSN disorder.
Why can't digital games start?
The cause lies in the license check that Sony performs at digitally bought games. Usually the license is checked via the PSN every start of the game - if the network is offline, this review can fail. The problem affects above all:
- Digital purchases from the Playstation Store
- Games that are not linked to the console as a "primary device"
- Games that require an online login, even in the single player
Solution of the problem is currently not available
Usually there is a solution to this problem: Play your digital games offline capable by taking the following steps:
- Set up console as "primary PS5"
Go to settings → User and accounts → other → console release and offline game
Activates the option so that your games start without PSN access - Restore licenses
If your games do not start despite the primary console: Go to settings → Users and accounts → Restore different → licenses
Select "Restore" and restart the console
However, anyone who has not activated this before the PSN failure cannot do this at the moment. Because the processing options of your own account are also affected by the disorder. But it hits the buyer of the PS5 remote player even worse.
Game discs collectors are not affected
While digital games are struggling with license problems, gamblers of game discs are currently lucky. Physical versions do not need an online check-if you have Elden Ring or other single player games on disc, you can also play without a PSN disorder. This means that if you want to be on the safe side, you should continue to rely on physical games. At least in situations like this, a well -filled collection pays off.
Until the PlayStation Network runs stable again, digital buyers are left behind. However, if you have set your console as a primary device or use a disc version, you can continue playing without any problems. Hopefully the PSN will not stay offline for too long-but if it does, retro fans with their physical games are clearly ahead this time.
