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Modder releases PS5-Linux that turns the console into a fully functional Linux gaming PC (www.notebookcheck.net)

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[–] flubba86@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago (1 child)

Yes, it's a common practice that's been done right back to PS2 and Xbox360 days.

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[–] Agent641@lemmy.world 6 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Because it's still their console, even though you paid for it. They are just graciously letting you use it as long as you stay profitable to them.

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