Anthony Ortale, PSN Logo property of Sony
It’s not gone yet, but it’s certainly on its deathbed, so at least you have time to grab some chocolates, a nice bouquet of flowers, and maybe play your favorite game with it. According to a recent post on the Neogaf forums, it appears as if the PlayStation Network will be no more on Feb. 8. Member Psykotik said he received an email early this morning from Sony:
Dear Psyko_2000,
On February 8, 2012, your “PlayStation®Network account” will be renamed a “Sony Entertainment Network account” or a “SEN account” in conjunction with Sony Computer Entertainment’s PlayStation®3 system software and PlayStation®Vita system software updates. (Note, this change will not be applied to the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system at this time.)
For general purposes, this account change is a change in name only. Your username or password will not change, nor are we asking you to change them. In accordance with this transition, some necessary naming changes will be made to the TOS and Privacy Policy.
This transition is based on Sony’s goal to enhance its unique digital entertainment offering. As a series of these activities Sony started last September, PlayStation®Network will be aligned with “Sony Entertainment Network.” This helps us get closer to our goal of establishing a global comprehensive network platform of services across games, movies, music and more, all accessible from one convenient account.
Thank you for your continued loyalty and support during this transition.
Sincerely,
The Sony Entertainment Network Team
In all honesty, it won’t be much of a fiasco for PlayStation Network users. It’s just a name change and a logo change; think of it as a new paint job. Although at first glance the switch may seem a little unusual, it makes complete sense. The breach of the PlayStation Network, where credit card information was allegedly stolen, certainly left a nasty aroma wafting around its name. Additionally, Microsoft unified its network with the name “Live” across all platforms, which means the change for Sony will put them right in line with their competitors. Just be sure to carefully page through the new Terms of Service before accepting them. The biggest question left behind is what will become of PlayStation Plus? Will its title stick to match the namesake of it’s console, or will it too see a switch to avoid confusion after the disappearance of the PlayStation Network? Unfortunately, “Sony Entertainment Network Plus” just doesn’t have quite as nice of a ring to it.
Source: Neogaf - RIP PSN account. Hello Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) account.
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