Class Action Lawsuit Against Sony PlayStation to Proceed in the UK
Last summer, a major revelation emerged regarding a class action lawsuit against Sony PlayStation. The allegation was that the company had overcharged millions of customers in the United Kingdom to the tune of £5 billion ($6.2 billion) over a six-year period. This lawsuit was initiated by consumer champion Alex Neill.
Tribunal Rejects Sony’s Attempts to Quash the Lawsuit
In a recent development, a UK tribunal refused Sony’s efforts to halt the class action lawsuit. Consequently, it is now set to go to trial.
The Lawsuit: Overview and Criteria for Membership
On the Website uk/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>playstationyouoweus.co.uk, further details about the case were disclosed. The trial is expected to take place in court, but it’s essential for those interested in participating in the class action to be aware that it might take years until a resolution is reached.
Allegations Against Sony PlayStation
The lawsuit, which is being financed by a third-party litigation firm, claims that Sony PlayStation misuses its market power and sets prices for digital content at a ‘near monopoly’ level. This practice reportedly results in commissions of up to 30% on each sale.
Who Can Join the Class Action?
To be eligible for membership in this class action, individuals must have resided in the United Kingdom between August 2016 and August 2022 and purchased software or downloadable content via any PlayStation digital storefront. For more coverage from Insider Gaming, please check out the recent article on…
