Sony Teases a New PS5 Rewards System With PlayStation Store Credits Up for Grabs
As PlayStation Stars prepares to bow out, Sony seems to be cooking up a new PS5 feature that could reignite player excitement: the return of free PlayStation Store credits!
The scheduled shutdown of PlayStation Stars could have left a frustrating gap for loyal PlayStation fans. But as the rewards program fades away, clear signs suggest Sony isn’t done yet—and is actively working on a much more enticing successor.
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What was PlayStation Stars again?
If you missed the hype train, here’s a quick refresher. PlayStation Stars was a loyalty program built right into the PlayStation app. Players could earn levels and points by unlocking trophies, trying out new PlayStation Plus titles, or buying games from the PlayStation Store. These points unlocked a range of perks, including:
- Wallet credits for the PS Store, free to spend as you like
- Full games to unlock
- Digital collectibles from iconic franchises
At the highest tier, the program even offered priority customer support channels. Despite these perks, Sony has confirmed the service will end completely on November 2, 2026: no more points or collectibles can be earned after July 2025, though players can still spend any remaining balance.
A mysterious page reveals more than expected
On Reddit, a sharp-eyed user spotted an intriguing PlayStation Store page clearly mentioning “Wallet Credit”. The listing is marked as “announced”—with no set date—but its presentation matches Sony’s official content style.
New Rewards Program?
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Even more surprising, this page can be added to a wishlist—just like an app or standalone module. That’s odd, since you can already add funds to your PSN wallet… unless these credits are meant to be earned instead of bought. One user also noticed the page appeared the same day they received a message from Sony about PlayStation Stars ending, hinting at a direct link to the evolving rewards system.
The release date is listed as “to be determined,” but a late 2026 launch—right as PlayStation Stars shuts down—seems likely. Sony had promised to “evolve” its rewards system and offer a replacement, and this could be the first real sign of that promise taking shape.
A new rewards system focused on virtual currency?
No one knows exactly what Sony is cooking up, but the community already has a few theories:
- Cashback system: players could automatically earn credits after spending a certain amount on the Store, like a classic cash-back program
- Trophy-based rewards: gradually earning credits by unlocking PlayStation achievements, making trophy hunting even more appealing
- Missions and surveys: completing special tasks, surveys, and other activities created by Sony
- Integration with PlayStation Tournaments: tying in with this still-underused feature
Whatever the final formula, the idea of a new loyalty program is already exciting the community—especially since it looks like wallet credits will still be up for grabs. PlayStation Stars had its flaws—notably, digital collectibles couldn’t be viewed directly on PS5, only in the mobile app—but many players appreciated the initiative and are hoping for a worthy successor.
For now, all we can do is wait for Sony’s official announcement. The only info so far is this mysterious PlayStation Store page, but it’s already fueling speculation and fan excitement. One thing’s clear: Sony seems determined to keep a strong connection with its player community, and this new system could become a major asset for the PlayStation ecosystem in the years ahead.
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