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Spooked by the 2011 PSN Hack, Some PlayStation Customers Want Sony to Say Exactly What Went Wrong With PSN Over the Weekend

Mar 21,2025 Author: Finn

Sony attributed a 24-hour PlayStation Network outage to an unspecified “operational issue,” offering a five-day PlayStation Plus extension as compensation. While acknowledging the service disruption and thanking users for their patience, Sony's vague explanation has sparked criticism. Many users, citing the 2011 PSN data breach, are demanding more transparency regarding the outage's cause and preventative measures. Concerns about potential security risks and the need for identity protection services were voiced on social media. The lack of detailed information has prompted calls for greater accountability and improved communication from Sony.

The outage impacted not only online gaming but also single-player titles requiring online authentication or constant internet connectivity. GameStop's attempt at humor regarding the situation backfired, highlighting the retailer's shift away from its core business. Several third-party publishers, including Capcom and EA, responded by extending in-game events and limited-time modes affected by the PSN downtime. Despite acknowledging the issue and restoring service, Sony’s limited communication continues to fuel user frustration and demands for further explanation and preventative measures.

The PSN hack of 2011 is still fresh in the memory of some gamers. Photo by Nikos Pekiaridis/NurPhoto via Getty Images.

Yeah let me go to my local GameStop and grab some physical ga- https://t.co/zpCn71rF5t pic.twitter.com/W1J9ECChUE

— 「WOKEN ELMA SIMP」 (@WOKENJJT) February 8, 2025

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