UPDATE:
It’s the clock. If you have a fat Playstation, stay off of it! Sony just released this statement-
As you may be aware, some customers have been unable to connect to the PlayStation Network today. This problem affects the models other than the new slim PS3.
We believe we have identified that this problem is being caused by a bug in the clock functionality incorporated in the system.
Errors include:
* The date of the PS3 system may be re-set to Jan 1, 2000.
* When the user tries to sign-in to the PlayStation Network, the following message appears on the screen; “An error has occurred. You have been signed out of PlayStation Network (8001050F)”.
* When the user tries to launch a game, the following error message appears on the screen and the trophy data may disappear; “Failed to install trophies. Please exit your game.”
* When the user tries to set the time and date of the system via the Internet, the following message appears on the screen; “The current date and time could not be obtained. (8001050F)”
* Users are not able to playback certain rental video downloaded from the PlayStation Store before the expiration date.
We hope to resolve this problem within the next 24 hours. In the meantime, if you have a model other than the new slim PS3, we advise that you do not use your PS3 system, as doing so may result in errors in some functionality, such as recording obtained trophies, and not being able to restore certain data.
As mentioned above, Please be advised that the new slim PS3 is not affected with this error. We are doing our best to resolve the issue and do apologize for any inconvenience caused.
For the latest status on this situation please check either the PlayStation blog (blog.us.playstation.com) or PlayStation.com.
Sony’s fucked up something.
Turn on your PS3 now, and you’ll find out something terrifying. You’re no longer able to access the internet, and worse than that- it’s not even allowing you to play offline games. I’ve checked it with a ton of my games and every single one got stuck upon trying to load trophies, giving you a message to turn off the console and reboot, rednering the game unplayable. Not even friggin’ Grandia is working! The worst part- this is affecting consoles worldwide, with developers even reporting that their dev kits have been affected. Apparently slim consoles are free of this nightmare, however.
No one apparently knows what the cause is- messed up leap year programming on the console, hackers, Xbox 360 fanboys finally getting their wishes answered- not even Sony knows. But you can bet they’re scrambling to find a fix this very second, and hopefully it will all be cleared up soon. Keep an eye on their Twitter account, where they’ll apparently announce developments as they come. Although there hasn’t been an update in 12 hours.
But don’t be afraid if you try to boot up Heavy Rain and it doesn’t work- it’s not you, it’s them.
22 comments
I'm avoiding turning mine on until this is fixed. Major screwup from Sony.
Lazy reporting sir. It only affects some (perhaps many) of the early "fat" PS3 models. PS3 slim owners are totally unaffected. That said, it's affecting me and may have even screwed me out of a trophy I got yesterday after ~30 hours of play >:|
"Xbox 360 fanboys finally getting their wishes answered". Considering everyone I know with a 360 has needed to get their console fixed into double-figures now, I find that hilarious. This is a major screw-up though – my PS3 is working fine, however, and I've got one of the older models.
thank christ i have 250gb slim
well i have one of the fat ones and i just turned mine on, popped in little big planet and its working fine…
Yup. My launch 20GB console got this error last night. Strangely though, I was still able to stream Netflix without any problems.
My 20GB couldn't access internet OR stream Netflix, but COD4 (minus online play) worked without a hitch. I was craving some online though…..
Yup; my slim turns on just fine…. roommate's original wont……..
ive had one 360 go rrod, and that was one of the first models. other than that, no problems at all. my ps3, however, still continues to collect dust, just like my wii. sony needs a better online system. i have no problem paying $5 a month for live due to the ease of use, sony should do the same thing.
After years of not trusting Sony, I finally broke down and bought one to play Uncharted, MLB the Show, God of War 3 and Heavy Rain.. Uncharted is great, but bought Heavy Rain this morning.. come home and now I can't even play it offline!! Damn, damn, damn!
$50 a year (or less) doesn't seem so bad now does it suckers?
Brainless MS vs. Sony debate aside, why the fuck would you go out of your way to be a recent purchaser of an OLD PS3 model? More expensive, shittier specs… the decision makes itself.
Rodvegas, I'm looking at you, because you're a fucking dumbass. Hahaha.
Umm Giraffe, before you start calling people dumbass, factor in that only the old models have backward compatibility with Sony's entire catalogue of PSX and PS2 titles… dumbass.
i have the 2nd gen 20gig model with 500 gig new hd…what my problem is is all my madden dlc (ultimate team, afl mode, all the madden cheat packs) are all showing as if i hadnt purchased them
Netflix online doesnt work either.
Can they still play DVDs and Blu-Ray? They better make these things play PS2 games as an apology.
I am assuming it's ok to turn it on and use it as long as you disconnect the ethernet cable first, right? Since it won't be connecting to the internet, it can't be harmed.
efxboy1: What the hell are you talking about? He clearly stated he has a long distrust of Sony. What catalogue of games would he be playing? The ones he doesn't own from all of the years NOT owning a Playstation? What's more, all of the titles he suggested are recent or haven't been released yet. And finally, I think you need to research PS3 emulation and the available models.
I got this problem yesterday. Can't play call of duty anymore… 🙁 I just want to hear kids screaming into their headsets, god damn you!
I have a "fat" 80 model and I was able to connect today. I better try again real quick…still works, so its not all fat models. I feel bad for whoever was to figure this one out.
Giraffe, you douche, I did not pay more for an older model PS3, I paid less, that's why I bought a PS3 in the first place, I got a great deal.. That and I don't care about specs, etc. 40GB is more than enough for the gaming I do. I paid for a machine to work, not sit there being bricked.. slim or fat at the end of the day a PS3 is a PS3.. end of story.. go back to your emulator's and simulations of having a life.. you douche..
Lol, anyone wishing they bought a decent console like an Xbox 360? Or all of you still loving such great exclusives such as Haze, and Resistance falll of Man, damn thats a good game, I'm so glad they made a second one. Lets not forget about Metal Gear Solid…oh no wait they sold that, well what about Final Fantasy…no wait they sold that too, how about Devil May Cry…fuck it maybe Sony should just let Playstation die quietly before they fuck anything else up.
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