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GOG dunks on Sony and reminds everyone why PC gaming is so beloved: "You don't need a storefront's…
GOG is highlighting the benefits of PC gaming and its own digital distribution model in response to Sony's planned discontinuation of physical disc production in 2028. The company emphasizes that by downloading offline installers, users can retain permanent access to their purchased games without needing a storefront's permission, contrasting this with the potential precariousness of digital-only libraries.
PlayStation 6 could outsell Xbox Project Helix by roughly 10 million units before 2030, analysts predict
Analysts predict that the PlayStation 6 will significantly outsell the next Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, by approximately 10 million units before 2030. This forecast considers current hardware costs, software availability, and the overall economic climate, with Sony's next-gen console expected to reach 17.2 million units by 2030, while the Xbox successor is projected to sell only 7.3 million.
Witcher 3 Director Says Next-Gen Console Delay Would Not Be Such A Bad Thing
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director at Rebel Wolves, believes a delay in the release of next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 6 and new Xbox would not negatively impact his studio. He cited the complexities and additional development work required for new platforms as reasons why a delay could be beneficial. The article also touches on current hardware component shortages, rising console prices, and the potential shift towards all-digital consoles.
PS5 fans fast-track PC emulation in response to Sony ditching physical games
In response to Sony's move towards an all-digital future, PlayStation 5 emulation efforts on PC have accelerated. Recent progress includes booting exclusive titles like Astro Bot and Demon's Souls on PC using experimental emulators such as SharpEmu. These developments are seen as a win for game preservationists, allowing games to remain playable even if official support is withdrawn.
MMO Business Roundup: Sony games discs, Monster Hunter Wilds’ price, and Ubisoft almost figures it out
This business roundup covers several key industry developments, including Sony facing antitrust scrutiny over its decision to cease physical game disc production in 2028. Ubisoft's latest financial report acknowledges that firing experienced developers can harm business, while Capcom announced a permanent price reduction for Monster Hunter Wilds, alongside new bundle offerings.
'Removing discs doesn’t represent progress – it simply removes choice' — The Entertainment Retailers Association denounces Sony's decision to kill physical discs
The Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA) has criticized Sony's decision to end the production of physical PlayStation discs, calling it a move that prioritizes corporate convenience over consumer choice. The ERA highlights that physical discs offer true ownership, shareability, and preservation, freedoms often lacking in digital licenses. Despite Sony's silence, a petition with over 310,000 signatures urges the company to reverse its decision.
A delayed next generation of consoles is "better for us", says The Blood of Dawnwalker director, as price rises continue to plague the industry
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, director of The Blood of Dawnwalker, believes a delayed next-generation console launch would benefit developers like Rebel Wolves due to current component shortages and rising prices. He highlights the increased complexity and cost of developing for new hardware, suggesting that focusing on current-generation consoles is more manageable. The game is set to release on September 3rd for current-gen platforms, with future installments potentially targeting next-gen hardware.
Major PlayStation 5 Feature Still Broken After a Month, Users Upset
PlayStation 5 players are expressing frustration as a major console feature, the 'Recently Played' list and playtime tracker, has remained broken for over a month. Despite widespread media coverage, Sony has not yet provided a resolution or comment on the issue, which affects both disc-based and digital games.
Sony faces an anti-trust complaint in Mexico over ending PlayStation physical media
Sony is facing an anti-trust complaint in Mexico over its decision to end PlayStation disc manufacturing by January 2028. Federal Representative Iraís Reyes and Senator Luis Donaldo Colosio are filing the complaint, arguing the move is anti-competitive and anti-consumer. They believe it will force consumers to buy games exclusively through Sony's digital store, harming retailers and eliminating price competition.
Adam Driver is rumored to be joining the MCU as Magneto, and Marvel fans are into it
Rumors suggest Adam Driver is being considered for the role of Magneto in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a casting choice that has garnered positive reactions from fans. While some fans also proposed Mister Sinister as a potential role for Driver, the MCU's X-Men reboot is still in early development, with the previous Magneto, Ian McKellen, set to appear in Avengers: Doomsday.
GTA 6 won't help console sales says analysts as demand predicted to drop by 20%
Despite the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6, analysts predict a significant drop in console sales for 2026 and further decline in 2027. S&P Global Market Intelligence forecasts sales to fall to 33.9 million units by the end of 2026, down from 42.1 million in 2025, citing high prices, component shortages, and a lack of major releases as key factors.
God Of War Laufey Will Be On A Disc, And That Tells Us When It Could Launch By
Santa Monica Studio confirmed that God of War Laufey will be released on disc, leading to speculation about its launch date before Sony phases out physical media in January 2028. Reporter Jason Schreier previously indicated a February or March 2027 release target for the game, which focuses on Faye's story. The article also touches on Sony's business decision to abandon physical discs and mentions Marvel's Wolverine will also be on disc for PlayStation 5.
PlayStation is ditching a $402 million market and destroying consumer "freedoms" by abandoning physical games,…
The Entertainment Retailer's Association (ERA) criticizes PlayStation's plan to phase out physical game discs by 2028, citing significant market value and consumer "freedoms" associated with physical media. ERA CEO Kim Bayley highlights that 25% of under-25s still use discs, and the UK disc-based games market was valued at over £300 million in 2025. The association argues that removing discs limits choice, harms retailers, and negatively impacts game preservation and the industry's long-term health.
PlayStation Plus Premium July 2026 Game Revealed Early
Sony has announced that the PlayStation 2 action-adventure game Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy will be added to the PlayStation Plus Premium classics lineup in July 2026. The game is expected to be available on July 21st, though Sony is testing staggered release schedules in some regions. The full July lineup will be revealed on June 15th.
God of War Laufey släpps på skiva – och bör därmed komma innan 2028
Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that God of War: Laufey will be released on disc, indicating a launch before 2028. This follows Sony's announcement that no new PlayStation games will be released on physical media after 2027. The game will feature Kratos's wife, Faye, as the playable character.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day producer says her "dream" is a new trilogy, but they're taking it "one…
Producer Amy Pascal expressed her "dream" of a new Spider-Man trilogy, though the team is currently focused on "one movie at a time" for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film will feature Tom Holland's Peter Parker facing a new mystery villain, with appearances from Jon Bernthal's Punisher and Mark Ruffalo's Hulk. The movie is set to release on July 31 in the US.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day producer compares Sadie Sink's mystery character to No Way Home's "worst-kept secret" multiverse reveal: "People love to be surprised"
Spider-Man: Brand New Day producer Amy Pascal compared the secrecy surrounding Sadie Sink's character to the "worst-kept secret" of the three Spider-Men in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Pascal stated that audiences enjoy being surprised and that the team is being disciplined in keeping Sink's role under wraps. The film is set to release on July 31.
Games Inbox: Will there ever be a Nintendo Switch 2 Lite?
Readers discuss the potential for a Nintendo Switch 2 Lite, with concerns about component costs and Nintendo's future hardware strategy. The discussion also touches on the high cost of AAA game development, the future of Sony and Microsoft, and skepticism surrounding the release of The Elder Scrolls 6 and Grand Theft Auto 6.
MMO Week in Review: 213
Microsoft's significant layoffs have heavily impacted the Elder Scrolls Online live team, reducing its size to that of 2015-2018. This week also saw Warframe's TennoCon, Aion 2 previewing its monetization, Tencent acquiring the PlanetSide franchise, Star Trek Online launching Undiscovered, and Gamigo porting Fiesta Online to consoles.
PlayStation Ending Discs is Like Apple Shipping PCs Without Disc Drives in 2008, Says Analyst
Analyst Daniel Ahmad compares Sony's decision to end PlayStation disc production to Apple's removal of disc drives from PCs in 2008, suggesting the move is a future-facing inevitability driven by the dominance of digital sales. He notes that digital sales now account for around 80% on PlayStation and over 90% on Xbox, with physical media representing only about 5% of Sony's software revenue. Ahmad believes this shift allows Sony to increase margins, strengthen its ecosystem by preventing game resales, and focus on higher-spending core gamers.
