PlayStation games on disc will soon be a thing of the past, Sony announces
Sony has announced that it will cease the production of physical game discs for PlayStation consoles starting in January 2028. This shift toward a digital-only model aligns with changing consumer preferences and suggests that future hardware, such as the PS6, will likely lack disc drives.
Why it matters
This marks a significant transition in the gaming industry, impacting the second-hand market, physical media ownership, and digital distribution infrastructure.
SONY HAS ANNOUNCED it will stop releasing new video games for the PlayStation on disc in January 2028 following a shift in consumer preferences.
The article reports on a corporate announcement and industry reaction without taking a side on the digital-vs-physical debate.
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