Players are reporting a concerning new PS4 UI update that makes it look like they have downloaded games that they haven’t purchased. After booting up the console over the last week, some players were met with a new game tile, prompting them to panic, thinking that their PSN account had been hacked. Not quite.
Is Sony testing a new system for ads with PS4 UI update?
I have come across quite a few complaints about the issue. As seen in the screenshot below, the tile appears as a full game download, complete with a “Start” button.
But here’s the catch. This isn’t an actual game, and PSN accounts are not being hacked. This is an ad disguised as a game. Clicking the Start button leads players to the game’s page on the PS Store, where they are prompted to make a purchase. Clever.
Do note that this isn’t happening to all PS4 players, but we’ve seen enough reports to deduce that this isn’t an isolated issue.
Sony testing ads on PlayStation consoles is nothing new. Last year, there was quite a bit of hoopla when the PS5 started displaying unsolicited ads when connected to the internet, prompting a rare statement from Sony. The company called it a “bug,” but I’m personally having a hard time believing that.
Not only did the “bug” briefly reappear on the PS5 earlier this year, but the PS4 is now randomly displaying intrusive ads, which makes me think that Sony is testing a new system for displaying ads, possibly starting with the PS6.
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It’s interesting to see how updates can stir up such strong reactions from the community. Hopefully, players can find a way to adapt to the changes or that feedback leads to improvements. Changes like this always bring a mix of excitement and concern!
I agree! Changes to familiar interfaces can definitely create anxiety among users. It’s also worth noting that sometimes these updates aim to enhance performance or security, even if they don’t seem beneficial at first glance. Let’s hope for more clarity from Sony soon!
I agree! Changes to familiar interfaces can definitely create anxiety among users. It’s also worth noting that sometimes these updates can bring unexpected features that improve overall usability, even if the initial reaction is negative. It’ll be interesting to see how players adapt to this new design over time!
noting that sometimes these updates are intended to enhance performance or security, even if they disrupt the familiar layout. It might take some time to adjust, but hopefully, the changes will prove beneficial in the long run!
You make a great point about performance and security enhancements. It’s interesting how updates can sometimes lead to unexpected changes that affect user experience, prompting both concern and curiosity among players. Hopefully, feedback from the community will help refine the UI in future updates!