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Sony Reportedly Requires 60 Hours of Playtime to Buy PS5 Pro in Japan

(2 days ago) · 1 source · Summarized by CryptoBipto

Reports indicate that Sony is requiring prospective buyers in Japan to prove at least 60 hours of PlayStation playtime before being allowed to purchase the PS5 Pro console. The policy appears aimed at combating scalpers and resellers who buy consoles in bulk. Details about how the policy is enforced and whether it will expand beyond Japan remain unclear.

WHY IT MATTERS

While this story is not directly about cryptocurrency, it touches on a concept that crypto enthusiasts may recognize: requiring proof of genuine participation before granting access to something valuable. In the crypto world, there are similar ideas — for example, some projects require users to prove they have done certain tasks or hold certain tokens before they can participate in a sale. Think of it like a loyalty card at a coffee shop: you have to show you are a real customer before you get the special offer. This kind of approach is meant to keep out people who are just trying to game the system for profit, which is a challenge both in gaming hardware markets and in crypto token launches.

According to reports, Sony has introduced a purchase requirement in Japan for the PS5 Pro that mandates buyers demonstrate at least 60 hours of gameplay on their PlayStation accounts.

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