PS5 Bug Removes Playtime Tracker from Physical Games Only
A PS5 bug is causing the playtime tracker feature to disappear from physical disc-based games, with multiple players reporting the loss of their playtime statistics for games installed from physical media. The feature continues to work normally for digitally distributed games, indicating the issue is specific to how the console handles disc-based titles.
The bug’s appearance is notable given recent reports that Sony is signaling a shift toward digital distribution and away from physical game media. While the company has not officially commented on the issue, it is broadly expected to be a technical glitch that will be resolved in a future system update.
The playtime tracker is an important feature for players who like to monitor their gaming habits across their library. Until Sony releases a fix, players relying on this data for physical games may need to manually track their playtime elsewhere, though the statistics should be recoverable once the bug is patched.