'The future is now' — PS5 user locked out of Ghost of Yotei due to license verification, and this is why Sony's all-digital future plans must end

A PS5 user recently found themselves locked out of their copy of "Ghost of Yotei" due to a frustrating license verification issue, highlighting the potential pitfalls of Sony's push towards an all-digital future. This situation underscores broader concerns about data security, accessibility, and the risk of losing game access if online services fail. As gamers grow increasingly reliant on digital platforms, such incidents could lead to significant backlash against the diminishing importance of physical media and the potential risks of cloud dependency. The implications suggest that Sony's plans might need reevaluation to balance innovation with user security and satisfaction.