While PlayStation Stars is being phased out, it seems like Sony is already cooking up a replacement for PS5 fans. This isn’t a vague rumor or leak from a questionable source, either, as the hint at a new PS5 reward system comes via a special page on the PlayStation Store.
For those who missed the boat on PlayStation Stars, it was a reward system tied directly to the PlayStation app. Players gained levels from earning PlayStation Trophies and purchasing full games from the PS Store, and said levels brought benefits. At max rank, players gained access to priority chats with PlayStation customer service, and gamers could rack up points from completing certain challenges. These tasks included downloading and playing new PS Plus games, beating games on harder difficulties, playing “mystery games” based on vague hints, and playing PlayStation exclusives within their initial release window.
With their points, players could redeem a selection of full games, digital collectibles based on a huge range of video game franchises, or PlayStation Store wallet funds to purchase whatever they please. Obviously, it’s that final option that proved most popular, with players regularly redeeming their earned points for “free” money whenever they had...
