Sony to end PlayStation disc production in 2028

Sony's plan to end production of physical PlayStation game discs in January 2028 is facing significant public backlash, but industry analysts widely agree the company is unlikely to reverse its decision. The move, announced earlier this month, is seen as a strategic shift toward a fully digital future driven by consumer trends and economic factors.

The announcement has prompted a wave of protest from players and retailers. A petition urging Sony to preserve physical media has garnered over 247,000 signatures, arguing that removing the disc option eliminates true ownership, harms local game shops, and restricts long-term access to games. Some PlayStation users have also organized subscription cancellations for the PlayStation Plus service as a form of protest.

Despite this outcry, analysts contend that the financial incentives for Sony are too strong. Dr. Serkan Toto, CEO of Kantan Games, stated that Sony anticipated the backlash and is waiting for it to pass. He emphasized that digital sales are far more lucrative for the company. In an interview, he explained that even if half a million PlayStation Plus subscribers canceled in protest, it would represent only about one percent...