Sony to end physical disc production for new PlayStation games
Sony Interactive Entertainment will cease the production of physical discs for new PlayStation games starting in January 2028. The move reflects a broader industry transition toward digital-only distribution models.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in the gaming industry, potentially impacting retail markets and consumer ownership models.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that it will discontinue physical disc production for all new games released on PlayStation consoles from January 2028, citing changing consumer preferences and a wider industry shift towards digital distribution. The company said that, from January 2028, all new PlayStation game releases will be available in digital formats only through PlayStation Store and retail channels. It added that the change will not affect games that have already been released, or title
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