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Physical disc production ending in Jan 2028 for new games on PlayStation
25 days ago
- Sony Interactive Entertainment will discontinue production of physical game discs for new PlayStation games starting January 2028.
- From that date, new games will be available exclusively in digital formats via PlayStation Store and retailers.
- This change aligns with shifting consumer preferences favoring digital over physical media.
- Existing games released before January 2028 in disc format will remain unaffected.
- Sony will focus resources on innovation and providing choices in game access and purchase options.
PlayStation can delete all your digital games after 3 years of inactivity (EU)
18 days ago
- PlayStation will stop releasing new games on physical discs from 2028, moving to all-digital distribution.
- Gamers are outraged, accusing Sony of greed and aiming to monopolize sales through the PlayStation Store, which could raise prices.
- PlayStation's European terms allow account and digital game deletion after 3 years of inactivity, though enforcement is unclear.
- Unlike digital games, physical discs (with full offline content) offer more permanent ownership as they can't be remotely withdrawn.
- The account deletion policy predates GDPR and exists in various forms; Microsoft similarly deletes inactive accounts but spares those with digital purchases.
45% of Enthusiasts 'Seriously Considering' Leaving Sony for PC
16 days ago
- 45% of PlayStation enthusiasts are considering switching to PC gaming platforms like Steam.
- Only 23% of surveyed readers plan to stick with PlayStation after recent controversies.
- 41% cite Sony's decision to stop manufacturing physical games as a key reason for leaving.
- 29% would opt for a gaming PC if the PS6 costs $1,000, while another 29% would stay with current consoles.
- Sony faces challenges in rebuilding fan trust after losing goodwill, but future next-gen announcements could potentially win back gamers.

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Physical disc production ending in Jan 2028 for new games on PlayStation

PlayStation can delete all your digital games after 3 years of inactivity (EU)

45% of Enthusiasts 'Seriously Considering' Leaving Sony for PC