a quick update.

sent in my console to Sony SC at Lalaport BBCC.


the process flow is basically just walk, no appointment needed.
1. Bring your console and proof of purchase - identification as MY local set
2. Scan their whatsapp QR to send in the Proof of Purchase softcopy
3. They will check your warranty status
4. Fill in the basic details info
5. They will share you the slip above as record of console hand-over
6. Wait for SMS/whatsapp update from them once the console is ready for collection

SC said it would take 7 working days for the repair. According to them, the common repair is either the following:
1. Themal paste leakage/melting
2. Mobo

Lets see how it goes after a week.

Shall update again in due course.

Well, this is why we should buy malaysia set, manufacturer technical support definitely important

yea, thats why i opted for MY set, to avoid such issue upon warranty claim.

Anyone here playing Marvel Rivals? Please add me. Hard to find anyone in SEA playing this game on PS5 for some reason despite being super popular.

This post has been edited by ray148: Dec 31 2024, 05:55 AM

maybe ur router nat restriction?

I can play just fine and it only took a minute at most to find matches ---- even less if enable crossplay with pc. I just literally cannot find anyone be it facebook, tiktok, threads or here to play together so we can get trophies.

Happy New Year 2025
May the new year be even better than the old.
Happy Gaming to all gamers out there.

I feel you, man..

An update about my RMA process here.

Received SMS from Sony Lalaport on 05 Jan 2025:
"Hi, this is Sony Store BBCC service collection counter at Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport. Your item under the job number JC0063xxx is now ready for collection. Thank you. Collection counter is open from 11am to 9pm."

Went to collect the unit on the same day.

Here's the repair cert details; whereby it mentioned about MoBo change; instead of just thermal paste re-application:


The unit is nicely bubble wrap upon receiving over the counter:


I saw that there is another unit in their store which is also bubble wrapped like mine, when the staff is retrieving my unit from the store room. Guess this overheating issue is really common.

Last night setup the unit and tried Diablo IV and AstroBot demo for more than an hour. No sign of overheating or execessive fan noise like before. Guess that the issue is rectified.

Due to change of mobo, I need to setup and login my unit as per new user setup; and redownload all my content and apps.

All in all, the process really took 7 days only:
29 Dec 2024 sent in, 05 Jan 2025 collection.

Generally the process is fuss free, to get the things done but the staff at Sony Lalaport could be friendlier. They're like robot during my visit in both submission and collection process. Not complaining, just sharing. At least the jobs are being done in timely manner.

Hopefully no more issue after this.

Hope the above sharing helps for future reference.

PS5 add on disc drive back in stock (US)
https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2025/01/the...QRpnwBckhfKblLw

So i guess sooner or later the stock will be available around the world including south east asia

i would like to ask... anyone has problem to log-in to their US PSN acc in PC? coz i not able to receive my 2 step verification OTP. anyone have this issue? any alternative to claim PS4 and PS5 free game without accessing console?

Can use ps app on phone

Blast from the past

Lord Of The Rings War In The North (PS3)

same here. Abandoned the game at the tiger dude fight. Not worth the mental torture IMO. I just need a game to relax and chill with my kids especially. Am already a middle aged bloke

I was thinking to buy WuKong for some entertainment during CNY long holiday. Guess I will put it in the KIV bucket then..

You both should try FF7 Remake and Rebirth.

Got a friend in US to order a disc drive from PlayStation Direct for $86 (after including state tax)... hopefully will be in my hands in May or June.

This post has been edited by munchoong: Jan 21 2025, 12:41 PM

You missed out something great... Strongly recommend Black Myth Wukong.

Great price