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PlayStation online services 'gradually coming back' after hacking

PlayStation network services are gradually coming back online following a suspected attack by hackers on Christmas Day, Sony has said.

Hacking group Lizard Squad claimed responsibility for the attack, which also affected Microsoft 's Xbox Live.

The disruption left online gamers frustrated as they unwrapped their new consoles on Christmas morning.

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Xbox and Playstation back online after Christmas Day hack

XBox and Playstation services are back up and running after millions were left unable to get online for more than 24 hours after being targeted by hackers.

The Lizard Group claimed responsibility for the attack on Christmas Day but they tweeted they had now stopped.

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