'A pure slap in the face': PlayStation announcement outrages gamers

Sony has announced that it will cease the production of physical game discs for PlayStation by 2028, moving exclusively to digital downloads. The decision has sparked significant backlash from gamers who value physical ownership and the ability to resell games.
Why it matters
This shift highlights the ongoing industry trend toward digital-only services, raising concerns about consumer rights and digital ownership.
TOKYO : Sony has announced it will stop releasing PlayStation games as discs from 2028 onwards, with new titles available only as digital downloads.
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