# Sony to Pay $7.85 Million to PlayStation Store Users

How US PlayStation users can claim their share of the settlement?

- **Source:** [CNET](https://brifing.si/source/ce507de7-7f24-4ff4-ab6d-7635abcc095a)
- **Published:** 2026-07-19
- **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business)
- **Original article:** <https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/sony-playstation-store-settlement-what-to-know/>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/11c2e2cd-d845-411e-a204-d3b32aeb2aea

## Sony's Payment Plan

Sony has agreed to pay $7.85 million in a lawsuit related to digital game sales on PlayStation Store. This payment will be automatically credited to US users' PlayStation Network wallets.

## Origin of the Lawsuit

The lawsuit is based on allegations that Sony prevented sales of digital games on alternative platforms, directing consumers to PlayStation Store. This was considered a violation of antitrust laws.

## Who is Eligible?

The payment applies to US users who purchased digital games from PlayStation Store between April 1, 2019, and December 31, 2023. These users are automatically included in the settlement class.

## Payment Process

The payment will be credited to PlayStation Network wallets after the court's final approval. Users who deactivated their accounts can request cash payments.

## Attorney Fees

25% of the $7.85 million will be allocated to attorney fees, taxes, and administrative costs. The remaining amount will be distributed equally among eligible users.

## Significance and Impact

This settlement is a significant step towards ensuring fair competition in the digital marketplace. Sony's practices could set a precedent for similar lawsuits.

## Sources covering this story

- https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/sony-playstation-store-settlement-what-to-know/ — 

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