PlayStation Store facts for kids
The PlayStation Store is an online shop where players can buy and download games, movies, and other content for their Sony PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, and PlayStation Vita game consoles. It's a big part of the PlayStation Network, which connects PlayStation users around the world.
Contents
What is the PlayStation Store?
The PlayStation Store is like a digital mall just for PlayStation gamers. Instead of buying physical discs, you can download games directly to your console. This makes it easy to get new games, add-ons, and even movies or TV shows without leaving your home. It's available 24/7, so you can shop whenever you want.
What Can You Find There?
The store offers a wide variety of digital content.
- Full Games: You can buy and download entire video games, from brand new releases to classic titles.
- Game Add-ons: These are extra content for games you already own, like new levels, characters, costumes, or items.
- Demos: Sometimes, you can download free trial versions of games to try them out before buying.
- Movies and TV Shows: Many movies and TV series are available to buy or rent digitally.
- Themes and Avatars: You can customize your PlayStation console's look with different themes and choose unique pictures (avatars) for your online profile.
How Does It Work?
To use the PlayStation Store, you need a PlayStation Network account and an internet connection. You can add money to your account using PlayStation Store gift cards or a credit/debit card. Once you buy something, it downloads to your console, and you can start playing or watching.
History of the PlayStation Store
The PlayStation Store first launched in November 2006, alongside the PlayStation 3 console. It was created to give PlayStation users an easy way to get digital content. Over the years, it has grown a lot, adding more games, features, and content.
Early Days
When it first started, the store mainly offered smaller games, demos, and classic PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2 titles. It was a new idea for many gamers to download full games instead of buying discs.
Growth and Expansion
As more people got used to digital downloads, the PlayStation Store expanded. It started offering major new games on the same day they were released in stores. It also added movies, TV shows, and content for other PlayStation consoles like the PlayStation Portable (PSP) and PlayStation Vita.
Safety and Security
The PlayStation Store uses secure systems to protect your personal and payment information. It's important to keep your PlayStation Network account details safe and use strong passwords. Parents can also set up parental controls to manage what their children can buy or access on the store.
Images for kids
-
Kids robot icon
