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Sony Acknowledges Backlash, Will “Cautiously” Move Forward with End of Discs
Sony says publishers can still sell code-in-box copies as it moves to all-digital hardware and argues affordability will keep PlayStation competitive.
- On Friday, Sony Chief Financial Officer Lin Tao confirmed the company will proceed with ending physical disc production for new PlayStation releases beginning in January 2028, despite month-long fan backlash.
- Tao explained that digitalization of content overall is the primary driver, with 82% of full-game PS4 and PS5 sales being digital downloads in the quarter ending June 30.
- Physical gaming advocate DoesItPlay announced a week-long PlayStation boycott for mid-August, citing concerns over preservation and the loss of resale rights as the company moves all-digital.
- Addressing criticism, Tao argued that disc drives do not differentiate PlayStation from gaming PCs, noting publishers may still sell boxes containing digital codes in markets like North America.
- Sony recently announced that PS3 and PS Vita stores will stop accepting new purchases globally in July 2027, though previously purchased content will remain downloadable for the foreseeable future.
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