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Sony May Have the Data on Its Side, but It’s Still Losing the Digital-Only Argument
Sony's decision to move to digital-only games by 2028 has faced significant backlash, with consumers concerned about game preservation and the loss of physical media. Despite this, the company has remained largely silent, possibly anticipating the reaction and relying on declining physical sales data. The article questions the long-term viability of an all-digital future, citing potential issues with online infrastructure and the importance of physical media for certain markets and consumer preferences.
Another self-own for Sony: Marvel Tōkon's PC version is unavailable in over 100 countries thanks to our old friend…
Sony's upcoming fighting game, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, has been region-restricted on Steam in 132 countries that lack PlayStation Network access. This follows similar controversial decisions with other PC ports like God of War Ragnarök and Ghost of Tsushima. The game is set to have an open beta on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24 to July 26.
Sony will no longer release their biggest PlayStation games on PC, claims report, starting with Ghost of Yōtei
A report claims Sony will cease releasing major single-player PlayStation 5 exclusives on PC, starting with Ghost of Yōtei. This marks a shift back towards console exclusivity, contrasting with Microsoft's broader platform strategy. While online-focused games will still be multiplatform, grand solo campaigns are reportedly being kept for PlayStation consoles.
