Do You Have to Pay to Use PlayStation Network?

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Nope! You don't have to pay to access the basic PlayStation Network features like the PlayStation Store, friends list, and direct messaging. However, if you want to play online multiplayer games on your PS4 or PS5, you'll need a PlayStation Plus subscription.

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SinkingDuel·7 months ago

I’ve been using PlayStation Network for years, and you only need PlayStation Plus for online multiplayer. Everything else, like buying games and chatting, is free!

AttemptingDance·7 months ago

You don't need to pay to use the PlayStation Network for things like buying games or chatting with friends. But if you want to crush your buddies in Fortnite, you'll need to spring for PS Plus.

BeatingDebit·7 months ago

Short answer: Yes for online multiplayer on PS4/PS5, no for everything else.

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Diego·3 hours ago

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