Sony briefly posted a logo and a description for a “PlayStation Plus Video Pass” on its website. While the company has since taken down the material, it promised access to Sony movies as part of a “trial service” that would last for at least a year.
“A new benefit available for a limited time on PlayStation Plus… PS Plus Video Pass is a trial service active 22.04.21 – 22.04.22. The subscription benefit is available to PS Plus users in Poland.”
Sony recently said it would stop selling movies and TV shows through the PlayStation Store on August 31st, and a Video Pass could fill that gap. The company also has an extensive catalog of video material it can stream without having to license content from other studios, including Funimation and the recently acquired Crunchyroll anime service.
There wouldn’t be any mystery behind the pass. It could boost the value of PlayStation Plus and keep people subscribed even if they don’t take full advantage of the service’s core gaming features. It might not compete with the selections of Netflix or Amazon, but it wouldn’t have to as long as it boosts Plus membership.
