Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) experienced a significant global outage this weekend, leaving millions of gamers unable to access online services, purchase games, or enjoy multiplayer features. The disruption began on Friday evening, around 6 PM Eastern Time, and persisted for over 24 hours before services were restored on Saturday evening.

During the outage, users reported difficulties with various PSN services, including account management, gaming and social features, PlayStation Video, PlayStation Store, and PlayStation Direct. Many encountered error messages and login failures, preventing them from launching games or accessing online content.

Sony acknowledged the issue on social media, stating, "We are aware some users might be currently experiencing issues with PSN." However, the company did not provide specific details about the cause of the outage or an estimated time for resolution. This lack of communication led to frustration among users, with many expressing their dissatisfaction on platforms like X and Reddit.

The outage affected gamers worldwide, with reports from the United States, Europe, and Asia. Popular online titles such as "Fortnite," "Call of Duty," and "Destiny 2" were among the games impacted, leaving players unable to participate in multiplayer sessions or access online features.

As of Saturday evening, PSN services have been restored. Sony apologized for the inconvenience, stating, "PSN has been restored. You should be able to access online features without any problems now. Sorry for the inconvenience!"

This incident marks one of the most significant PSN outages in recent years, following a similar disruption in October 2024. As of now, Sony has not provided further details regarding the cause of the outage or measures being taken to prevent future occurrences.