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PlayStation Network Outage Hits PS5 and PC Gamers

Owen Carter 2 min read

PlayStation Network connectivity issues are disrupting access for players on PS5 and PC. Users report error code WS- 116486- 6 following the Marvel Tokon beta launch.

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PlayStation Network connectivity issues are disrupting access for players on PS5 and PC. The outage began around noon BST in the UK, shortly after the Marvel Tokon open beta launch. Users report being unable to sign in or play games that require a PSN connection. This disruption affects both console owners and PC gamers relying on the service.

Server connection failures block gameplay access

The primary error code reported by affected users is WS-116486-6. This code indicates a server connection failure on the PlayStation Network. The issue impacts devices such as the PS5 console and PC games like Marvel Tokon that mandate a PSN sign-in. Some users describe the experience as completely blocking gameplay access.

  • Error Code: WS-116486-6
  • Affected Platforms: PS5, PC
  • Issue Start Time: 12 PM BST

Downdetector data shows a spike in user reports starting at 12 PM BST. The outage coincides with the timing of the Marvel Tokon open beta release. However, sources state it is unclear if the beta launch is directly causing the server downtime. Neither PlayStation Support nor the Marvel Tokon social channels have officially acknowledged the problem yet.

Reports indicate that connections may be irregular rather than entirely inaccessible. Some users have regained access after multiple reattempts. The situation remains fluid with no official confirmation from Sony regarding the cause or resolution timeline.

Source: VideoGameChronicles