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⚠️ Sony confirmed a one‑time online licence check for PlayStation purchases, you don't have to reconnect every 30 days, one verification is enough.
The 13.20 update for PS5 added a 30‑day timer to games bought after mid‑April 2026. If the console stays offline or the internal CMOS battery dies, the licence can drop and won't run until you verify online. Sony didn't explain why; players point to PIRACY countermeasures and fixes for refund exploits that previously let pirates obtain permanent licences.
