The Playstation 3 was the first Sony console to download video games from the Internet. It all started back in 2006, when the comprehensive online service PlayStation Network was announced. With its help, console owners can access the online library of video games.
PlayStation Network is a multifunctional internet service for PlayStation owners
The PlayStation Network, or simply PSN, is an online platform for interaction between players and the distribution of digital content based on licensed video games. Thus, through the PlayStation Network, owners of consoles like PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation Portable and of course PlayStation 3 can select and download video games from the network, as well as chat and play with their friends or casual gamers.
The PlayStation Network platform is available to players for free from the moment the console is connected to the Internet, but some services require money to use.
PlayStation Store - online store for licensed video games
PlayStation Store is the official and inexhaustible source of video games for consoles from Sony, starting with the PlayStation 3. To use the store, the owner of the console must connect to the PlayStation Store via the PlayStation Network. The store has a huge catalog of video games, the range of which is updated every week. Here, using various electronic payment methods, you can purchase any game you like and then download it to your console.
In addition to full PlayStation 3 games, the PlayStation Store also offers game demos, special add-ons, videos and other content. It is worth noting that the store also sells games developed for the PlayStation 1 and 2, but adapted to work on the PlayStation 3. This is a good chance for all fans of classic gaming to add to their collection.
Digital distribution of games has several advantages over distribution on physical media such as optical DVD or Blu-ray discs. Obviously, it is much more convenient to buy a game with a couple of clicks of buttons from the PlayStation Store without leaving your home than in a real store. On the other hand, downloading a game from the service can take a lot of time, since Sony imposes certain speed limits for the stable operation of the service. Therefore, everyone decides for himself which option is most acceptable for him.
PlayStation Pluse - distribution system for licensed video games for PlayStation by subscription
For all interested PlayStation 3, 4 and PlayStation Vita owners, Sony provides the opportunity to subscribe to the PlayStation Pluse. For a certain amount for the duration of the subscription, players receive discounts on the PlayStation Store, a certain number of games every month at no additional cost, and other bonuses. The PlayStation Pluse is issued for a month, 3 months or a year. There is also a 14-day trial subscription option that you can use for free.
