Starting Spring 2026, Sony is reportedly stopping support for certain backend tools (like specific “Activity Feed” or “User Profile” integrations) for new game submissions only.
Here is the reality of the situation:
1. The “Spring 2026” Rumor (Clarified)
You may have seen reports that Sony is “sunsetting” PS4 services in Spring 2026.
What is actually happening: Starting Spring 2026, Sony is reportedly stopping support for certain backend tools (like specific “Activity Feed” or “User Profile” integrations) for new game submissions only.
What this means for you: Your existing games will work fine. Online multiplayer will work fine. The console is not dying in Spring 2026; developers just won’t be able to use some old software tools for new PS4 games.
2. PlayStation Plus Changes (Started Jan 2026)
As of this month (January 2026), Sony has shifted its strategy for PlayStation Plus.
The Change: PS4 titles are no longer “guaranteed” in the monthly PlayStation Plus Essential lineup. The focus is now almost entirely on PS5 titles.
The Good News: You do not lose the PS4 games you have already claimed. You can still download and play them as long as you are subscribed.
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3. When will it actually shut down?
Likely not for many years.
The PS3 Precedent: The PlayStation 3 launched in 2006, and its servers (PlayStation Network) are still online today (20 years later). You can still sync trophies and play online in supported games.
The User Base: The PS4 has one of the largest install bases in history. Sony would lose too much money by shutting down the store or servers now.
Important Distinction: Individual Games vs. The Console
While the PS4 Network is safe, individual game servers shut down all the time.
Example: Anthem servers are scheduled to shut down on Jan 12, 2026.
Rule of Thumb: If a specific game (like an old FIFA or Call of Duty) stops working, it is usually that specific publisher shutting it down, not Sony killing the PS4.
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