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Is PlayStation Locking Offline Games?! | A Gaming Podcast Episode 128
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- Apr 29, 2026
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Summary
In Episode 128 of A Gaming Podcast, we break down some major developments across PlayStation and Xbox that could impact how we buy and play games moving forward. This week’s topics: 7:40 Game Pass Price Decrease! Xbox makes a surprising move with a potential price adjustment. Is this a response to backlash, or a bigger strategy shift for Game Pass? 25:00 Shuhei Yoshida Speaks Out Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida reveals that a previous SIE CEO wanted him removed. What does this say about leadership and direction inside PlayStation? 36:45 Is PlayStation Locking Offline Games? Sony may be introducing new DRM checks tied to online purchases. Could this affect your ability to play games offline, and what does it mean for ownership going forward? #Xbox #Nintendo #Playstation