Sony Confirms PlayStation Store Shutdown on PS3 and PS Vita Starting August 2026
Sony has announced a phased shutdown of the PlayStation Store for PS3 and PS Vita consoles, beginning in August 2026 and concluding in July 2027. While new digital purchases will be disabled, users will retain access to previously downloaded content.
Why it matters
This marks the end of digital support for legacy hardware, raising concerns about digital preservation and the longevity of online storefronts.
Sony has announced that it will begin shutting down the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita in phases, starting August 2026 and continuing through July 2027, as detailed in a PlayStation Blog post.
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