A surprising requirement has been revealed by recent image leaks that provide insight into the setup procedure of the much awaited new PlayStation 5 console: pairing the new detachable disc drive only a single internet connection. A person who appeared to have received the new PS5 hardware before its official release date shared these pictures on social media. The pictures were quickly removed, but not before they had spread over several websites.
The upcoming console's setup process seems to confirm that the new PlayStation 5 Slim disc drive requires a one-time internet connection in order to verify, which was previously pointed to by an alleged box art leak from last month. This requirement is most likely in place as a security precaution to ensure that the disc drive is authentic and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Most importantly, if these photos are real, it suggests that the PlayStation 5 with a disc drive will also require a one-time online verification process. For most people with internet connectivity this shouldn't be an issue, but over time it raises questions about how games will be maintained.
The possible problem comes from the fact that future PS5 users will require an internet connection in order to verify their licence, and there is a chance that the servers in charge of licence verification will eventually go down. Sony might decide to fix this issue in a later update, but that might not happen for a few years—long after the PS5 has taken the lead as the main platform.
Furthermore, it is still unknown if the disc drives may be replaced after they are linked with a console or if a factory reset necessitates a repeat of the online authentication procedure.
The gaming community has expressed disapproval of this requirement. "Does it Play," a well-known account that focuses on game preservation, criticised the decision. It stated, "Installing the PS5 Slim's detachable disc drive online is a huge blow to preservation and right to repair." That is unacceptable, to put it simply!" Digital Foundry journalist John Linneman went on to remark, "That is really unique and dangerous, if true. Determining hardware connectivity is inappropriate for a server that could not be available at all times."
It's important to note that the PlayStation 5's basic setup can be finished offline, in contrast to the Xbox Series X. But these most recent disclosures caused concerns about Sony's decision's impact over time.
On November 10th, the US will be the first country to receive the new PlayStation 5 model; other countries will get it in the months that follow. The new device will come in two variants, both with 1TB of storage. Interestingly, owners of the PS5 Digital Edition will eventually be able to upgrade to a Blu-ray disc drive, which will retail for $79.99, €119.99, or £99.99.
Additionally, a horizontal stand will come with the new PS5 model, and a vertical stand that works with all PS5 versions may be bought separately for $29.99, €29.99, or £24.99. When the stock of the current PS5 model runs out, customers will only have access to the new model.
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