List of references on Sony websites to players "owning" their digital games

Four California PlayStation buyers sued Sony Interactive Entertainment in June 2026, alleging the PlayStation Store uses deceptive ownership language like "Buy Now" and "Confirm Purchase" while burying small-text disclosures that digital games are actually limited, revocable licenses rather than owned products. The plaintiffs claim Sony violated California's digital-goods transparency law by not providing clear and conspicuous disclosure of this distinction, despite charging full purchase prices. Sony has moved to compel arbitration and dismiss the case, arguing reasonable consumers wouldn't be misled, with a hearing scheduled for October 2026.