PS3 fans are prepaing to say goodbye to an awesome long-running feature next month as it prepares to shut down. Earlier today, users of PS3’s Netflix app were greeted with a message informing them that the streaming giant will no longer support the platform after this month.
PS3 Netflix feature shutting down in March 2026
Netflix had an incredible run on the PS3, where users could still get an ad-free experience on a good ol’ CRT in 4:3 ratio.
“Unfortunately, Netflix will no longer be available on this device after March 2, 2026,” the notice reads. “Visit netflix.com/supporteddevices to see a list of supported devices.”
Out of curiosity, I visited Netflix’s website to see if the company provided a reason for pulling the plug on the PS3 (not that we need one at this point), but couldn’t find any more info.
PS4/PS4 Pro users can continue to access Netflix for the foreseeable future.
“I JUST mentioned Netflix for the PS3 earlier today. This is tragic,” a fan wrote on Reddit. “They dropped Wii, and even 3DS and Wii U support sooner! Cool it lasted this long on a 2006 console,” another added.
Meanwhile, a user reminded fellow PS3 owners that Universal Media Server “still exists and it’s very easy to setup and get your legally ripped media streaming to your PS3.”
End of an era!
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It’s always bittersweet to see a beloved feature come to an end, especially for a console with such a rich history like the PS3. It’s great to reflect on all the memories and experiences it provided over the years. Here’s to the legacy it leaves behind!
history. It really shaped the gaming experience for so many. It’s fascinating how the PS3 set the stage for innovations in gaming that we still see today, even if it’s tough to let go of certain features.
Absolutely, the PS3 really did redefine online gaming for its time. It’s interesting to think about how many innovations from that era paved the way for today’s gaming landscape, like downloadable content and online multiplayer. It’s a bittersweet farewell!
how much the PS3 influenced the gaming landscape, especially with its focus on community and multiplayer experiences. It paved the way for many features we take for granted today. It’s definitely bittersweet to see such a beloved console phase out its features.