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PS6 to launch in late 2028 claims analyst after Sony goes all-digital
Analyst Piers Harding-Rolls predicts the PlayStation 6 will launch in late 2028, citing Sony's move to an all-digital future by January 2028 as a key indicator. This shift suggests the next-generation console will likely omit a physical disc drive to reduce costs, potentially impacting its ability to play older physical media and movies.
Just one generation ago, PlayStation couldn't shut up about how great physical games are: "Keep it…
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly ceasing new physical game releases in 2028, a significant shift from their previous stance. This move is reminiscent of their 2013 E3 presentation where they heavily promoted the benefits of physical discs for the PlayStation 4, contrasting with Xbox's policies at the time.
GameStop Is Not Hurting After Sony Kills Discs, And There Is A Good Reason Why
Despite Sony's announcement to phase out physical discs for PlayStation games by January 2028, GameStop's stock price has not been negatively impacted. This is because the company's revenue is now primarily driven by collectibles and hardware sales, with software sales constituting a smaller portion of its overall business. The transition to digital distribution is not expected to have an immediate effect on GameStop's financial performance.
"Dynamic pricing it is", "prices will surely go up", "this is anti-consumer": the internet reacts with outrage and despair to PlayStation killing off physical media
Sony announced it will discontinue the production of physical game discs for all new PlayStation titles starting January 2028, shifting entirely to digital distribution. This decision has sparked widespread outrage and despair online, with consumers expressing concerns about rising prices, dynamic pricing experiments, and the potential loss of ownership over purchased digital content. The move also draws parallels to past controversies regarding digital-only releases and the removal of purchased digital movies from Sony's platform.
Sony announces it is ending physical disc production for new games come 2028
Sony has announced that it will cease physical disc production for new PlayStation games starting January 1, 2028. This shift to digital-only releases for new titles on PlayStation 5 and future consoles aims to reduce costs and align with market trends. The decision impacts the ownership model for consumers and raises concerns about potential price markups in digital storefronts.
Disc drives and release dates: Sony just told us two major things about the PlayStation 6
Sony's decision to cease manufacturing PlayStation game discs by January 2028 strongly suggests the PlayStation 6 will launch in late 2028 and will not include a disc drive. This shift is attributed to rising costs of RAM and SSDs, influenced by AI data center demand, and aims to reduce manufacturing expenses for the new console.
PlayStation Disc Death Sends The Internet Into Its Physical Media Defense Arc
Sony has announced it will end production of all PlayStation game discs in 2028, a move that has sparked backlash from physical media advocates. This decision, alongside the closure of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts, highlights the industry's shift towards digital ownership, impacting physical retailers and raising concerns about long-term game access.
Good timing? Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is getting a physical Switch 2 release from Limited Run Games
Limited Run Games is releasing a physical edition of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch, with pre-orders opening soon. The Standard edition costs $49.99 and the Collector's edition is $79.99, both including extra physical items. Aspyr has also recently released a port of Rise of the Tomb Raider for the Switch, with Shadow of the Tomb Raider expected to follow.
PlayStation is officially killing physical media for good, so enjoy it while it lasts
PlayStation is reportedly ceasing support for physical media, signaling a definitive shift towards digital distribution. This move suggests that physical game discs may soon become obsolete for the platform.
Sony to discontinue physical discs for new games launching on PS consoles from January 2028
Sony Interactive Entertainment will cease physical disc production for new games launching on PlayStation consoles starting January 2028, citing shifting consumer preferences towards digital formats. This transition means games will only be available digitally through the PlayStation Store and other retailers from that date. The company stated this move aligns with the majority of its community's preferred method of accessing and playing games.
Sony announces that the PS3 and Vita stores are going offline on the same day it tells us we won't be able to buy physical games in future — 'This is why physical media matters'
Sony has announced the closure of the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita storefronts, with staggered shutdowns beginning next month and concluding in July 2027 for major regions. This decision, attributed to the systems' inability to support modern commerce systems, coincides with Sony's announcement that it will cease producing physical game discs in 2028, sparking concerns about the future of physical media among consumers.
Sony will stop making disc-based PlayStation games starting 2028
Sony is reportedly planning to cease production of disc-based PlayStation games starting in 2028. This move signals a significant shift towards digital distribution for the company's gaming division.
Sony abandons physical games - no PS5 disc-based releases from January 2028
Sony Interactive Entertainment will cease production of physical game discs for all new PlayStation titles starting January 2028, shifting entirely to digital releases. This decision impacts new first and third-party games and aligns with perceived consumer preference for digital media. Concurrently, the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita will close in July 2027.
Playstation slutar helt med fysiska spel efter 2027
PlayStation will cease releasing physical game discs for its consoles starting January 1, 2028, citing shifting consumer preferences towards digital distribution. While physical games will still be sold, they will contain only download codes. This move is expected to eliminate the second-hand market and potentially lower production costs for future consoles like the PlayStation 6.
PlayStation to end physical disc production in January 2028
Sony Interactive Entertainment will cease production of physical discs for PlayStation games starting in January 2028, shifting entirely to digital distribution. This decision reflects a trend towards digital-only releases, as seen with Grand Theft Auto 6, and coincides with the closure of the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita.
In a huge blow to game ownership, PlayStation confirms end of physical games — mere days after GTA 6's…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that PlayStation will cease releasing new games on physical discs starting January 2028, citing a shift in consumer preference towards digital media. This decision, which impacts the concept of physical game ownership, comes shortly after Rockstar Games' move to digital-only releases for Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders and follows PlayStation's recent removal of purchased digital movies from user libraries.
PlayStation is going all-digital – physical disc production to end in 2028
Sony will cease production of physical game discs for all new PlayStation console games starting January 2028, shifting entirely to digital distribution. This move aligns with consumer preferences for digital media and indicates that future PlayStation consoles will likely be digital-only. The company will continue to support retail sales through the PlayStation Store.
Sony will no longer produce discs for PlayStation games starting in January 2028, citing "consumer preferences" as the reason why
Sony will cease production of physical discs for all new PlayStation games starting in January 2028, shifting entirely to digital distribution. This decision is attributed to changing consumer preferences and the broader industry trend towards digital media. While physical discs will be discontinued, games will still be available digitally through the PlayStation Store and at retailers.
PlayStation Announces Ending Physical Disc Production For All New Games in 2028
Sony announced that starting January 2028, all new games released on PlayStation consoles will cease physical disc production, shifting to digital formats only. The company cited a consumer preference for digital media as the reason for this change, which will affect all new game releases, not just first-party titles.
PlayStation ending production of physical software in January 2028
Sony Interactive Entertainment will cease production of physical game discs for all new PlayStation titles starting January 2028, reflecting a shift towards digital distribution. This decision aligns with changing consumer preferences and industry trends, impacting games released before the cutoff date. The company remains committed to providing diverse purchasing options for players.
