Sony says the PlayStation Store will stop offering movie and TV show purchases and rentals on Aug. 31, citing users' preference for video streaming services
As of Aug. 31, 2021, the PlayStation Store will stop offering movie and TV show purchases and rentals.
Variety Todd Spangler
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Discussion
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@j2mraidenttv
@j2mraidenttv
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@PlayStation “At SIE, we strive to provide the best entertainment experience for PlayStation fans, (...) we have decided to no longer offer movie and TV purchases and rentals through PlayStation Store as of August 31, 2021.” https://twitter.com/...
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@blueshark602dip
Butch
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@IGN “According to Sony, the decision was made after observing “tremendous growth” from PlayStation fans using “subscription-based and ad-based entertainment streaming services,” such as Netflix, YouTube, Disney + and others.” https://twitter.com/...
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@leonmckay20
Leon Mckay
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@IGN I think this is not a good ideal I personally liked the movie rental option. Most of times those streaming services don't have access to the newer stuff outside of paying an astronomical fee. I think they need too keep the service going. But that's just my opinion
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@ajci282002
@ajci282002
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Who watches movies and tv shows on their PS4? https://twitter.com/...