Sony announced today that the PSN network would be fully up by this Friday excluding Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea. the updates for them will be followed shortly after.

The full restoration for PSN includes:

Full functionality on PlayStation Store

In-game commerce

Ability to redeem vouchers and codes

Full functionality on Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity for PS3, PSP, VAIO and other PCs

Full functionality on Media Go

Here’s what Sony said on the issue:

“We have been conducting additional testing and further security verification of our commerce functions in order to bring the PlayStation Network completely back online so that our fans can again enjoy the first class entertainment experience they have come to love,” said Kazuo Hirai, Executive Deputy President, Sony Corporation. “We appreciate the patience and support shown during this time.”

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By Brent Butler

PSN