Furious PS5 Players Unplug Their Consoles in Protest as Blackout Gets Underway
Push Square • • technology
Key Points:
- PS5 players worldwide have begun unplugging their consoles in a protest against Sony, aiming to reduce the company's active user count starting at 7pm local time.
- The blackout is planned to last at least until August 30th, with participants refraining from logging in, gaming, or spending on the PS Store.
- The protest primarily targets Sony's decision to stop manufacturing physical discs by January 2028, alongside broader dissatisfaction with the company's perceived disconnect from its fan base.
- Despite the protest, Sony reported 125 million monthly active users and CFO Lin Tao stated there has been no observable impact on business from boycotts or PS Plus cancellations.
- The blackout campaign represents a significant, organized effort by fans to influence Sony, though its effectiveness remains uncertain.
