PlayStation DRM, dramatic or ironic? | 1-Up Checkpoint
From 1-Up Gamescast by 1-Up Games
May 3, 2026 · 18 min · Season 1 · Episode 1
About this episode
Kyle and Jack discuss recent news stories in the gaming industry, including PlayStation DRM and studio closures.
Kyle and Jack talk through a handful of news stories from the week! Find us at 1upgames.com.au Articles covered: 1. https://1upgames.com.au/2026/04/28/pearl-abyss-rewards-staff-with-3400-bonus-after-crimson-desert-hits-5-million-sales/ 2. https://1upgames.com.au/2026/05/01/spiders-to-shut-down-after-18-years-confirms-studio-closure/ 3. https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-users-report-new-online-license-checks-for-digital-games/1100-6539651/ 4. https://1upgames.com.au/2026/05/01/nacon-connect-returns-for-its-2026-edition/ 5. https://1upgames.com.au/2026/05/01/star-wars-galactic-racer-release-date-revealed-alongside-collectors-edition/ Episode recorded Friday May 1st and posted online Sunday May 3rd.
People in this episode
Hosts: Kyle, Jack
Topics covered
- PlayStation DRM
- video game news
- digital games
- studio closures
- game releases
Keywords
- PlayStation
- DRM
- video games
- game news
- studio closure
- game releases
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: 1-Up Games, Pearl Abyss, Spiders, Nacon, Star Wars
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