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Stranger Things is getting a 25-disc physical media release, with the Duffer brothers calling it a "way to preserve…
Netflix is releasing the entire nine-year run of Stranger Things across 25 discs, including bloopers, interviews, and behind-the-scenes featurettes. The Duffer brothers stated their dream was for the show to be owned in its entirety as a way to preserve it for decades to come. The Deluxe Blu-ray Edition is available for preorder and will arrive in July.
List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release
This article lists games for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 that will utilize a game-key card for physical releases. This new approach involves a cartridge that requires a full game download, differing from traditional physical media but allowing for lending and resale.
Games Inbox: Is buying physical video games becoming more popular?
Readers discuss the resurgence of physical game sales, drawing parallels to vinyl and other retro media. Concerns are raised about the future of the Fallout franchise under Bethesda and Todd Howard's direction, with a preference for Obsidian's involvement. The success of Pokémon Pokopia is highlighted as a risk rewarded, while the Nintendo vs. Sega rivalry is revisited, noting Nintendo's current dominance.
Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Version Sold Out at Major Japanese Retailers
Physical copies of Resident Evil Requiem for the Nintendo Switch are reportedly sold out at major Japanese retailers. This indicates a high demand for the physical version of the game in the region.
Blue Prince to get physical cartridge release this year from iam8bit
iam8bit will release a physical cartridge version of the game Blue Prince later this year. The critically acclaimed title was recently released digitally on the Nintendo eShop, but a specific release date for the physical edition has not yet been announced.
SGJ Podcast #510 – Video Gaming’s Lost Arts
This podcast episode discusses elements of video gaming that have become lost over time, with a particular focus on physical strategy guides. The hosts express nostalgia for these guides, contrasting them with modern digital resources like wikis and Steam guides, and share their personal experiences with collecting them.
Square Enix Explains Why Final Fantasy 7 Remake Needs Game-Key Cards on Switch 2
Square Enix has explained that Final Fantasy 7 Remake would not be possible on the Nintendo Switch 2 without game-key cards due to the hardware's slow cartridge read speeds. Director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the loading speed from a traditional cartridge is roughly double that of internal storage, making it insufficient for the game's constant asset streaming. This necessitates the use of download codes in physical boxes for the Switch 2, impacting the future of physical media ownership for high-fidelity ports.
PS6 will need a disc drive, according to this ex-PlayStation boss
Former Sony Interactive Entertainment president Shawn Layden believes the PlayStation 6 must include a disc drive to avoid alienating a significant portion of the player base who still rely on physical media. He argues that a fully digital console would be a mistake, citing regional internet limitations and the continued demand for physical game purchases, even as services like Xbox Game Pass grow.
Nintendo Switch 2 games might be bigger, but not in a good way
Leaks from retailers suggest the Nintendo Switch 2 may feature larger physical game cases, measuring approximately 13 cm by 19.5 cm compared to the original Switch's 4.1 inches by 6.6 inches. This potential change has raised concerns about environmental impact and storage space among fans, though Nintendo has not officially confirmed these details.
