Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) experienced a nearly 24-hour outage starting Friday, disrupting online gaming and the digital economy surrounding the service. The outage prevented gamers from playing or purchasing games, causing frustration among users.
PSN has since been restored, but not before Sony’s stock took a 2% dip in after-hours trading. Despite this, many users are still reporting issues on social media.
The estimated 116 million monthly PSN users were affected by the outage, which had significant economic implications for the gaming industry. The exact cost of the disruption remains unclear, but it highlights the importance of reliable online services for gamers and the broader digital economy.
As news of the outage spread, diehard gamers expressed their disappointment on platforms like Reddit and X, while corporate entities responded with humor. One user joked about buying a Steam deck as an alternative gaming system, while another offered free glazed doughnuts to displaced gamers from Krispy Kreme. GameStop also poked fun at the situation, referencing physical copies of games.
The outage serves as a reminder of the critical role online services play in the gaming industry and the potential consequences for businesses that rely on them.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/playstation-outage-disrupted-global-gaming-economy-sony-stock-dip-2025-2