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- PlayStation Network services are gradually restoring functionality after experiencing disruptions caused by AWS issues.
- Online gameplay for titles like Gran Turismo 7 and Genshin Impact has been largely restored, but some limited functionality issues remain, particularly with the mobile application.
- Redeeming store products and accessing screenshots via the PlayStation Network mobile app remain challenging.
- The outage affected various platforms worldwide, including Sonys services, and was most prominent overnight in Europe, but services have improved for European users. Some residual functionality issues may persist.
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PlayStation Network Services Gradually Restoring Functionality After AWS Disruptions
PlayStation Network services recently experienced disruptions, impacting online gaming for titles such as Gran Turismo 7 and Genshin Impact. However, these service problems are now largely being resolved. Sony’s network is stabilizing. Users may still experience some limited functionality, particularly with the mobile application. Redeeming store products and accessing screenshots via the app remain challenging, but online gameplay has largely been restored. These disruptions were attributed to problems with Amazon Web Services (AWS), which affected various platforms worldwide, including Sony’s services. While the outage was widespread during overnight hours in Europe, services have largely improved for European users. However, some residual functionality issues may persist.
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