Those deprived PlayStation 3 gamers can now rejoice. After a crippling bug hit the game console over the weekend, service has been restored on the PlayStation Network for gamers who played with the older models of PS 3s.
Sony’s Patrick Seybold announced this evening on the company’s blog that the problem with the internal clock of the (non-PS 3 Slim model) PS 3s has been fixed. Seybold wrote, “We are aware that the internal clock functionality in the PS3 units other than the slim model, recognized the year 2010 as a leap year. Having the internal clock date change from February 29 to March 1 (both GMT), we have verified that the symptoms are now resolved and that users are able to use their PS3 normally.”
Seybold added, “If the time displayed on the XMB is still incorrect, users are able to adjust time settings manually or via the internet. If we have new information, we will update you through the PlayStation.Blog or PlayStation.com. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.”
That little bug caused some major embarrassment for Sony over the weekend. Now it really should do something to get some cred back with its loyal fans. It is not year clear what will happen with folks who had problems with their systems. But for now, gamers can breathe a sigh of relief.