Sony Says PlayStation Disc Backlash Not Making ‘Any Impact’ On Business
Sony has confirmed that its transition to an all-digital PlayStation ecosystem by 2028 is proceeding as planned, despite ongoing backlash from fans. The company maintains that the shift away from physical discs is not negatively impacting its financial performance.
Why it matters
This highlights a major shift in the gaming industry toward digital-only distribution, raising concerns about consumer ownership and long-term game preservation.
Gaming Sony Says PlayStation Disc Backlash Not Making ‘Any Impact’ On Business By Paul Tassi ,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. News and opinion about video games, television, movies and the internet. Follow Author Jul 31, 2026, 08:43am EDT Jul 31, 2026, 10:32am EDT --:-- / --:-- This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more . This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more . GTA V physical disc is seen in PlayStation 5 console in this illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland on July 1, 2026. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images) NurPhoto via Getty Images While fan protests have caused Sony to reverse course on many unpopular decisions over the years, PlayStation’s upcoming switch to all-digital games as of 2028 is not going to be undone. Sony made that clear.
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