Forced system software update on PlayStation 5 preventing users from starting disc-based games. With the new restrictions, PS5 owners are required to go online in order to play games on disc. This breaks the typical plug-and-play functionality that many gamers expect from their purchases, leaving those who enjoy playing offline or have limited internet access in a bind as they try to access their games.
Sony requires online verification for physical discs, frustrating offline gamers
The particular instance that is causing the issue is when users are attempting to play The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered on their PS5 systems. A user in Poland found that the system will not run the disc unless they perform the required update on the firmware. This is just another example of Sony requiring online verification and system maintenance for access to physical media.
The general consensus among the community about the requirement is negative, as it seems that many are upset about the loss of their autonomy. There's even talk within the community about the impact this might have on jailbreaking as forced updates may correct exploits that enthusiasts use. The restriction might be causing some users to entertain the possibility of moving to other platforms such as Xbox which may not have the same restrictive measures for disc playback and online validation.
This follows previous instances of firmware updates having an impact on game balance and stability. We covered the last update for PlayStation 5 and there were many of the same concerns about balance and stability as well. The updates are having a profound effect on the way users are experiencing their hardware and the games that they have purchased.
Source: IXBT
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