Physical Game Releases
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Switch 2 Physical Release Includes Download Code, per Retailer
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will reportedly be a "code-in-box" release, meaning it includes a download code instead of a physical disc or cartridge, according to retailer Video Game Plus. This follows similar discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6 and Diablo 4, raising concerns about the future of physical game releases. The game is set to launch on October 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Hey UK physical PS5 game fans, Marvel's Wolverine has just got a major discount and it's not even out yet
Marvel's Wolverine for PlayStation 5 has received a significant pre-order discount in the UK, dropping from £69.99 to £57.99 at Smyths Toys. This news comes as Sony is phasing out physical game releases after January 2028, making this a potentially rare physical edition from Insomniac Games. In the US, the game is currently listed at its full $69.99 price.
Issues and Activism
Limited Run Games has seemingly addressed concerns about future delays in physical game releases, suggesting they will not occur. This statement implies a shift in their operational strategy regarding production timelines.