Physical disc production ending in Jan 2028 for new games on PlayStation
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will cease the production of physical game discs for new PlayStation titles starting in January 2028. Future games will be available exclusively through digital storefronts.
Why it matters
This marks a major industry pivot toward a digital-only ecosystem, fundamentally changing how consumers own and access media.
640 0 158 Like this In response to shifting trends in consumer preference, new games will be released on PlayStation Store and at retailers in digital formats only.
The article reports on a corporate policy shift using the company's own justification for the change.
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