Gamers eager to settle in for an evening with their PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 might find themselves facing some frustration, especially if they were planning to engage in online multiplayer action. On Monday night, Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) experienced a widespread outage that has left many players unable to connect to their favorite games.

According to the official PSN Service Status page, the issue is far-reaching, impacting a range of Sony devices, including “Other, PS Vita, PS3, PS4, PS5, and Web.” In simpler terms, if it’s connected to PlayStation, it’s currently facing problems. The latest update at around 9:21 PM ET stated that players might encounter difficulties when trying to launch games, apps, or access network features. Sony assured its users that they are actively working to resolve the issue and asked for patience in the meantime.

For many, attempting to access games resulted in error messages, such as the “PS5 error Code WS-116522-7.” This specific error indicates an issue with the system software update, as the related support page from Sony points out. This problem means that not only are players unable to sign in or participate in multiplayer games, but even single-player games requiring an online sign-in are currently inaccessible. However, games that don’t need an online connection are still functioning normally.

As of now, there hasn’t been any clear communication from Sony regarding the root cause of this disruption or an estimated timeframe for when the issue might be resolved. Interestingly, this outage doesn’t appear to be related to a recent bug that affected the home screen artwork for PS5 games, which had just been addressed earlier in the day. While the cause of the network issue remains unclear, gamers are advised to keep an eye on updates from Sony as they work to restore normal service.

In the meantime, those looking to enjoy their PlayStation experience might have to stick to offline titles until the situation is sorted out. Whether you’re in the mood for an engaging single-player adventure like Astro Bot or simply waiting for the network to return, it’s best to check back regularly for any further updates on the situation. Sony’s technical team is aware of the problem and actively engaged in finding a solution, but until more information is available, patience is key for PlayStation enthusiasts worldwide.