Sony Scrapping PlayStation Vue in January, Blames ‘Expensive Content and Network Deals’

The “highly competitive” pay-TV industry, with its "expensive content and network deals,” will prompt Sony Interactive Entertainment to shut down the PlayStation Vue streaming service in January, blogged Deputy President John Kodera Tuesday. “We have decided to remain focused on our core gaming business,” said Kodera. “PlayStation fans can continue to access movie and TV content through the PlayStation Store on PS4 and via our partnerships with top entertainment apps.”