Sony sued over recent PS3 firmware updates

When a console manufacturer releases an update for the platform, it’s usually a good thing, filled with bug fixes and new features. However, Sony’s most recent 3.0 and 3.01 updates for PlayStation 3 may have done otherwise, causing lawsuits to erupt out of Texas and Iowa. Both suits claim the updates caused the PlayStation 3 to simply malfunction or even brick the console.

“Defendant’s unlawful, unfair, and fraudulent business practices include, but are not limited to, misrepresentations regarding the fitness of the PS3 and software updates, failing to disclose defects in the system and software updates, and refusing to repair PS3 systems free of charge,” the suit alleges. It also mentions that Sony makes users forcibly download the update in order to access certain programs such as the PlayStation Store.

The lawsuits are seeking class-action status. They are looking for unspecified damages and restitution from Sony.

We’ll keep you updated as more comes in.

Thanks, GameSpot.