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Sony To Pay Out Nearly $8 Million In Class-Action Settlement Over Game Prices
Sony has reached a nearly $8 million class-action settlement regarding allegations that it created a monopoly over game prices on the PlayStation Store. The lawsuit claimed that Sony coerced publishers into relinquishing control over pricing and ended competition by prohibiting outside retailers from selling digital download codes. While not admitting wrongdoing, Sony aims to avoid a civil trial. Customers who purchased designated games between April 1, 2019, and December 31, 2023, may qualify for a payout.
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Published 1 Sept 2026, 23:55 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Sony to pay nearly $8 million to settle class-action lawsuit
- Settlement follows allegations of price manipulation on PlayStation Store
- Lawsuit claimed Sony established a monopoly by forcing price controls
- Payout eligibility for customers who bought specific games from 2019-2023
- No admission of wrongdoing by Sony as part of the settlement
Interesting facts
- The lawsuit was initially filed in 2024.
- The settlement could affect many PlayStation customers based on their game purchases.
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