Sony Aware of NBA 2K15 & DriveClub Issues, Working to Resolve Them

Update 4:

You can follow the latest on DriveClub by heading over here.

Update 3 (October 8, 9:30am PT):

The latest message from PlayStation Support addresses the delay of the DriveClub PlayStation Plus Edition and DriveClub server issues:

The team is working around the clock to rectify these problems, and we apologize both for the delay in delivering the PS Plus Edition, and for any difficulty that you may have connecting to the game’s multiplayer servers.

Update 2 (October 8, 7am PT):

The service alert regarding PlayStation Network issues on certain titles is still in effect today. If there’s any updates to announce, we’ll let you know.

As for DriveClub, Evolution Studios has confirmed that server issues have delayed the PlayStation Plus Edition. Meanwhile, for those of you who own the game and are unable to connect properly, this statement was issued on the developer’s Facebook page:

We are aware however that many players are receiving an error message indicating ‘there is a fault with your internet connection’ and we are investigating what appears to be a wider server issue behind this problem.

It’s not affecting everybody and the game will keep trying to connect to the server automatically, so you don’t need to do anything with the game (like re-install or restart over and over) to establish connectivity.

Update:

It appears the issues are more widespread than we originally thought, as Sony has updated their website with this message:

We are aware of issues that players are experiencing with some of our titles on the PlayStation Network. Engineers are working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Original Story:

While we already knew about the Destiny downtime today, two new releases – DriveClub and NBA 2K15 – are experiencing issues on the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3, with Sony working to fix them right now.

Although specifics weren’t given about what’s gone wrong, here’s Sony’s message about the games:

We are aware of issues with NBA2K15, DriveClub, and Destiny. Engineers are working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience.

We’ll keep on eye out for any updates regarding these titles, so stay tuned.

Have you had issues with either DriveClub or NBA 2K15 today?

[Source: Ask PlayStation]

Essential Reading:

DriveClub - Everything We Know so Far

DriveClub Cars List and Available Cars for the PlayStation Plus Version

Same with other racers, DriveClub will have a ton of cars at release, with more promised via DLC.
With DriveClub being available for "free" for PlayStation Plus members, then you might be curious as to what the non-paid version's car list will be.
PlayStation Plus Edition Car List
Hot-Hatches
Mini John Cooper Works GP
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Sports
Bentley Continental GT Speed
Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG
Performance
BMW M3 GTS
Maserati Gran Turismo MC Stradale
Super
Audi R8 V10 Plus
BAC Mono
Hyper
Pagani Zonda R
RUF CTR3 Clubsport
You can check out the full car list here.
DriveClub DLC Schedule to Have Free and Paid Content

Same as almost every game these days, DriveClub will have a load of DLC fans can look forward to post-launch.
You can read about some of the planned content right here.
DriveClub Install Size Revealed

DriveClub's download and install size is at 17GB. If you're going the PS+ route, however, you won't be able to pre-load the game.
Evolution Doesn't Want Players to use DriveClub's Micro-Transactions

Yes, DriveClub will have micro-transactions, which might turn some people off. But in an odd twist, Game Director Paul Rustchynsky doesn't want people to use it.
DriveClub Won't Take Up a Spot for October's PS+ Free Games

In a rather awesome move by Sony, it's been confirmed that DriveClub will not take up a slot for October's lineup of free PS+ games.
So, clear your hard drive a bit, since it's going to be a good October.
DriveClub Only Requires 3.5GB for You to Start Playing

Like most PS4 games, DriveClub won't require that you download the entire thing before being able to race.
Digital buyers will only have to download 3.5GB before they can play and have the rest of the data download in the background. Retail buyers will only have to wait 60-seconds before being able to play (that's the install time).
DriveClub PS+ Edition Won't Get New Cars, But Will Get New Features

No doubt about it, the PS+ edition of DriveClub won't be the same as the retail version. One of the big differences will be that at post-launch, the free version won't get new cars but new features are planned.
At least you'll be getting something new, right?
DriveClub Will Have Dynamic Weather

DriveClub will have dynamic weather effects and you can thank the delay for its inclusion. If you haven't seen it, go check out this footage to see what it looks like in-game.
Evolution to Do Its Best to Eliminate Rage-Quitting

One of the most annoying things when playing online against real people is some rage-quit when they lose. Evolution hopes to mitigate that with the help of the racer's Challenges.
Tracks Will Take Less Than 15 Seconds to Load

Don't expect any long loading times before racing! Read up on other facts like that here.
Complete Trophy List Revealed, PS+ Edition Has a Plat!

Linked here is the complete set of Trophies one can earn in DriveClub.
What's awesome about Trophies in the game is, the PS+ edition will have a Platinum! Oh, yes!
DriveClub Will be at 30fps

While DriveClub will only be at 30fps, Evolution says it will be "fluid and "responsive."
However, that will be locked in at 30fps and won't have frame rate drops.
Regardless of what you think of it, Evolution says it made the "right choice."
There Will be Female Racers!

In what should be the norm in racing games, Evolution has confirmed that female drivers will be in DriveClub!
Micro-Transactions Will Allow Players to Unlock Cars

Even with that glaring headline, Evolution Studios say micro-transactions can't be abused, and how it won't be possible to use it to get more "FAME," DriveClub's form of currency.
DriveClub Will Have Wheel Support
Evolution Studios has confirmed that DriveClub will have wheel support. For now, the compatible wheels for the game will be:
- Thrustmaster T80
- Thrustmaster T300RS
- Thurstmaster T500 (does not support PS4 Share functionality)
The studio states that they will add more wheel support provided it's compatible with the PS4.
DriveClub Infographic