Sony PS5 does not immediately become inoperable when you disconnect from a Wi-Fi network. Similar to the Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and other contemporary consoles, linking the PS5 to the internet is primarily about ease and features for today’s gamer. Even without internet access, the PS5 can still start up, access the system interface, and play compatible physical games.
However, the restrictions begin to show when trying to utilize some of the PS5’s additional features. Digital games are a significant attraction nowadays, and while the PS5 can run certain fully-installed titles smoothly, other games require an online license check or internet connectivity during startup. Additionally, if you haven’t completed the installation of a game patch or downloadable content, you will be unable to play until you reconnect to the internet.
Some fundamental functions will also be inaccessible: Without an internet connection, you won’t be able to download system updates. Online multiplayer participation and game streaming will be unavailable as well, and accessing the PlayStation Store will not be possible either.
