PSN Currently Down for Some Users, Sony Looking Into It (Update 2)

By Mark Labbe

Update 2:

Sony has removed the Heavy Network Traffic warning from the PSN Status Page, now saying that the network is fully online!

The PSN will be down tomorrow for scheduled maintenance though, so be sure to plan around that.

Update:

While the PSN Status Page says there’s still Heavy Network Traffic, Ask PlayStation confirmed the earlier issues have been resolved:

Original Story:

A number of users on Reddit are complaining that the PlayStation Network is once again down. This has also been confirmed by members of our staff, who also noticed it was offline.

No explanation has currently been given, but it could have something to do with the planned maintenance that will be going on later in the week. According to Ask PlayStation, it looks like Sony is aware of the issue and is looking into it.

We here at PSLS will keep you updated on the status of the network.

 [Source: Reddit, Ask PlayStation (Twitter), PSN Status Page]

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  • Here's What You Can Do When PSN is Down

    Here's What You Can Do When PSN is Down

    Even if you’re a PlayStation fan, you have to admit that the PlayStation Network could be a little bit more stable.

    Unfortunately, we don’t know if that’s happening anytime soon. And even if finally doesn’t go down as much, there still are the periodic bouts of maintenance that sometimes turn into actual downtime, too.

    Well, we here at PlayStation LifeStyle are just like you. We want our consoles online all the time and we get annoyed when it’s not. Fortunately for you, we’ve compiled a list of things you can do while PSN is down, and it should make the wait a lot easier.

    Remember to check back the gallery regularly since we’ll be adding more ideas and stuff to do in the near future.

    What do you do think of our suggestions? And what do you suggest PlayStation fans do when PSN is down? Sound off in the comments and who knows? Maybe your suggestion will make it into the list!

  • Arrange Your Physical Game Collection

    Arrange Your Physical Game Collection

    Unless you've entirely gone the digital route, you're bound to have a few games lying about. Go arrange it in whatever order you see fit, so it won't be a chore to find that particular game when you're looking for it.

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  • Clean Your Controllers, Consoles and Other Gaming Stuff

    Clean Your Controllers, Consoles and Other Gaming Stuff

    Unless you game with sanitary gloves on, chances are your controllers have a bit of grime on them. Now's the perfect time to clean 'em off, and your consoles, too, while you're at it!

    Wipe the dust away, use a safe cleaner and go to town on your gaming babies. If you won't take care of them, who will?

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  • Complain Online and Complain to Sony

    Complain Online and Complain to Sony

    Possibly everyone's favorite past time when PSN is down; and that's to complain about it on Twitter, Facebook, forums and other sites where people can share in your complaints. 

    Hey, at least you're moping with other PlayStation fans, right?

  • Do Some Chores, Homework

    Do Some Chores, Homework

    Is there something in the house that needs fixing or cleaning? Why not do it now, right?

    Mow the lawn, clean your room, do your homework. There's bound to be something...so go do it.

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  • Exercise

    Exercise

    Gamers aren't really known to be the most fit group of people in the world, and it's time that's amended. 

    Go to your nearest gym. Hit the weights, do yoga or just go out for a jog. Heck, worse case? Just grab one of those EyeToy exercise games and go do those. You'll thank us later.

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  • Go for a Food Run

    Go for a Food Run

    Are you the type of person who likes to snack while gaming? Well, if so, now's the perfect time to go out on a food run and stock up on provisions for those marathon gaming sessions.

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  • Go Out With Friends

    Go Out With Friends

    Here's a novel idea: when PSN is down, go out and do something else.

    Maybe grab a drink with a friend, do something physically straining or just hang around with your friends in real life. 

    Mind you, it will mean you need to get dressed and such, but at least that's better than having to wait for something to come online.

  • Learn Something New

    Learn Something New

    Why not learn something new? If you're not into singing or dancing, maybe a new martial art? 

    Hey, if cats can do it, you can, too!

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  • Make Your Own List on What to Do If PSN is Down

    Make Your Own List on What to Do If PSN is Down

    If you're not satisfied with our suggestions so far, why not make your own list and share it with the rest of us?

    Go on...do it!

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  • Play a Co-Op Game

    Play a Co-Op Game

    No online play? That's not a problem if you have a game with couch co-op. 

    Why not finish whatever's in your backlog that has split-screen co-op? At least this way, you can form strategy with someone you can actually see.

  • Play a Single-Player Game/Hunt for Trophies

    Play a Single-Player Game/Hunt for Trophies

    Now, if you don't have any co-op games or friends near the area, why not go through your single-player backlog and tackle it right NOW! 

    Remember that game you said you'll eventually finish but haven't done so in months? Well, now's the best time as any. 

    Sit back, enjoy the games you spent hard earned money on and FINISH them.

    Or, go round up those Trophies in past games so you can build your level. 

  • Play Games on Other Consoles

    Play Games on Other Consoles

    Are you used to playing PlayStation devices only when PSN is up and working? Well, why not *gasp* play on other platforms!? 

    You don't need to stick to current consoles, either. Dust off your PSone, or SNES and go play some old-school goodness.

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  • Read a Book

    Read a Book

    Back in the day, people amused themselves with their imagination by reading. While movies, video games and social media might have made reading a little passe, it's still a solid way to entertain yourself without being arrested.

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  • Read PlayStation LifeStyle!

    Read PlayStation LifeStyle!

    Need we say more? Go read up on our latest news, reviews, features and more. At least this way, you'll also be alerted on what's happening in anything PlayStation-related, and of course, hang out with fellow gamers online.

  • Spend Time With Your Family, Friends, Relatives

    Spend Time With Your Family, Friends, Relatives

    Why not take this time to go out and check up on what your family is doing? Or better yet, if you have a significant other, take them out to a movie.

    Spend some time with your loved ones -- and no, that doesn't mean your squadmates.

  • Take Your Pet Out

    Take Your Pet Out

    Take your dog, cat, gerbil or whatever out for a walk and stretch your legs in the process, too.

    Or if you want, maybe train your pet to do some nifty tricks like "chew on DualShock 4, Rusty!" or something a little more constructive.

  • Untangle and Fix Your Consoles' and Media Center's Cables

    Untangle and Fix Your Consoles' and Media Center's Cables

  • Write Down the List of Games You'll be Buying Soon

    Write Down the List of Games You'll be Buying Soon

    With games now releasing all throughout the year, why not take this downtime to make a list of the games you plan on purchasing in the future? Keep in mind that you don't need to buy everything in the list, but at least you'll have an idea what to get soon.

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