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Just seven games: the shrinking state of physical PlayStation sales in 2026
Physical sales of PlayStation games in the US have drastically declined, with only seven titles selling over 100,000 copies since the start of 2026. This trend is exacerbated by the increasing prevalence of digital-only consoles like the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series S. Sony Interactive Entertainment plans to cease production of new disc-based titles by January 2028, signaling a significant shift away from physical media.
Two PlayStation Games Sold Over 10,000 Physical Copies in the Week Ending on July 11th – Analyst
Analyst Mat Piscatella noted that only two PlayStation games sold over 10,000 physical copies in the week ending July 11th, with only seven exceeding 100,000 for the year. Despite fan backlash, retailers like GameStop are not opposing Sony's decision to end PlayStation disc production in January 2028, citing a natural shift towards digital media preferences.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day director says the Insomniac games were a "great inspiration" for certain stunts in…
Destin Daniel Cretton, director of the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, revealed that the Insomniac Games' Spider-Man video game series served as a significant inspiration for the movie's stunts. Members of the stunt department, who were avid players of the games, brought in screenshots of in-game moves to replicate for the film. The popular PlayStation and PC franchise includes Marvel's Spider-Man, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
PS6 will avoid PS5 overheating problem reveals Sony patent
A recently published Sony patent suggests the upcoming PlayStation 6 will feature a revised cooling system designed to prevent overheating issues that affected some early PlayStation 5 models. This new vaporisation-based system aims to improve efficiency and eliminate liquid metal leakage problems, regardless of console orientation.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta start time and character roster
The open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a 4v4 fighting game developed by Arc System Works and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, will be available from July 24 to July 27 on PlayStation 5, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. The beta will feature 15 playable characters and six stages, offering modes like casual and ranked online matches, local versus, and the first three chapters of the Amazing Guardians storyline.
PlayStation 6 Controller Might Feature Touchscreen Display
Sony Interactive Entertainment has filed a patent for a modular PlayStation controller that could feature a detachable touchscreen, potentially for the PlayStation 6 or a new handheld device. The design includes a dial and allows for customizable component placement, suggesting a focus on user preference and cross-device usability.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Could Shatter Launch Week Sales Records
Newzoo reports that Grand Theft Auto 6 is projected to shatter launch week sales records, potentially earning between $3.25 billion and $5.2 billion globally. Pre-orders on the PlayStation Store have already reached $180 million in the US and five major European markets within the first week. The article also discusses the implications of digital-only sales and the game's potential impact on the lagging video game market.
How Nintendo will beat PlayStation and Xbox to win the console wars - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that Nintendo is poised to win the console wars by avoiding the mistakes of PlayStation and Xbox, who are criticized for focusing too much on power and expensive hardware. The author believes Nintendo's focus on gameplay, creative freedom for developers, and more affordable pricing will attract a larger player base and developers, leading to their eventual dominance.
The Odyssey badly needs a big budget video game adaptation - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature argues that video games, particularly in the West, are underutilizing public domain stories like The Odyssey for adaptations. While games like God of War touch on mythology, they often deviate significantly from original myths. The author suggests that classic epics offer rich material for game development, citing Dante's Inferno as a rare but flawed attempt at adapting a literary work.
Does anyone know how to drive this thing?
The article critiques the current state of the video game industry, highlighting a perceived lack of direction and a focus on short-term profits over sustainable development. It points to Sony's struggles with live-service games and Microsoft's costly acquisition spree and subsequent layoffs as examples of poor management. The author argues that this trend of layoffs and uncertainty is detrimental to game development and player experience, contrasting it with companies like Capcom and Larian that have maintained stability and achieved success.
'You know who isn’t the hero? The killer of physical' — Angry PlayStation fans are flocking to the…
PlayStation fans are expressing strong disapproval of Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to end physical disc production starting in 2028. This sentiment is evident in the comment section of the latest Marvel's Wolverine trailer, with many users vowing to purchase physical copies of the game. Despite significant fan backlash and a petition with over 326,000 signatures, analysts suggest Sony is unlikely to reverse its decision due to the profitability of digital sales.
Popular PlayStation 5 Feature Finally Fixed After a Month
Sony Interactive Entertainment has fixed a major PlayStation 5 feature that was broken for a month due to a PlayStation Store glitch. The 'Recently Played' section, which had been displaying incorrect data and was subsequently taken offline, has now been restored with accurate player gameplay data. The article notes that while the issue is resolved, Sony's communication regarding network problems needs improvement.
New Wolverine PlayStation 5 Trailer Plagued By Comments About Discs
Sony Interactive Entertainment released a new trailer for Insomniac Games' PlayStation 5 exclusive, Marvel's Wolverine. Despite the trailer's exciting content, the comments section has been dominated by player criticism regarding Sony's discontinuation of disc production for PlayStation consoles, overshadowing discussions about the game itself.
God Of War TV show needs to find a new Kratos after on-set injury
Ryan Hurst, who was cast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War TV series, has been forced to step down from the role due to a bicep injury sustained during a stunt. Production will halt to find a new actor and reshoot the completed episodes, with a potential recovery time of up to a year for Hurst. The series is still planned to film two seasons back-to-back, with a presumed 2027 release window.
GameStop CEO Says Physical Games Media “is Totally, Totally Irrelevant”
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen stated that physical game media is "totally, totally irrelevant" to the company's business model, shifting focus to trading card games. This comes as Sony Interactive Entertainment plans to end PlayStation disc production in January 2028, a move analysts believe is permanent despite backlash. Experts suggest Sony will not reverse the decision due to the profitability of digital sales.
"We want physical games": Marvel's Wolverine trailer reveals Lady Deathstrike and a Sabretooth team-up, but nobody in the comments is talking about that
A new trailer for Marvel's Wolverine has been released, but the comments section on YouTube is dominated by backlash against Sony's decision to phase out physical game discs by 2028. Despite the trailer revealing new story details like a team-up between Wolverine and Sabretooth, and the confirmation of Lady Deathstrike's appearance, players are expressing strong demand for physical copies. This sentiment is echoed across other PlayStation game trailers, indicating widespread community concern over the shift to digital-only distribution.
Steam Deck OLED at $789: Should You Still Buy One in 2026?
Valve has significantly increased the prices of the Steam Deck OLED models, with the 512GB version now costing $789 and the 1TB version $949, reflecting global component cost challenges. This article explores whether the three-year-old handheld is still worth purchasing at these new flagship prices, considering alternatives like refurbished units, the used market, and competing devices, while also discussing the broader trend of rising prices in the handheld gaming market.
PlayStation Plus Adds PS5 Exclusive Open World RPG
The PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium catalog has added the PS5 exclusive open-world RPG Rise of the Ronin for July. Developed by Team Ninja and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the game is now available in the US, UK, and Japan, with other regions receiving it on July 21. The article also mentions other games being added to the service on July 21, including Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive was awarded Best Game at the Develop:Star Awards 2026, alongside wins for Best Narrative and Best Audio. Other notable winners included Frontier Developments for Best Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment for Publishing Star.
Redditor fashions a 'game cartridge' system for their Steam library out of cheap SATA SSDs
A Reddit user has created a physical media project using cheap SATA SSDs to function as game cartridges for their Steam library. Each SSD is housed with the game's cover art, and a script automatically navigates Steam to the game's library page or launches it directly when the cartridge is slotted into a dock. This project highlights the appeal of physical media amidst rising memory prices and ongoing discussions about digital ownership.
