Hideo Kojima Warns End of Physical Games Threatens Ownership Rights
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Robert DeFelice
Summary
Hideo Kojima expresses concern over the gaming industry's shift away from physical media, following PlayStation's announcement that it will cease production of physical game discs by 2028. Kojima warns that this transition could fundamentally reshape the meaning of ownership, as digital-only content risks being lost due to expiring licensing agreements or other circumstances beyond consumers' control. The article highlights growing fears among players about a digital-only future where purchased content can be revoked at any time.
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Twitter / XHideo Kojima Warns End of Physical Games Threatens Ownership Rightsinsider-gaming.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledHideo Kojima expresses concern over the move away from physical media.
He believes forthcoming decisions reshape the meaning of ownership, potentially limiting future access to games and movies.
Many players fear a digital-only future and the risk of losing purchased content from their libraries at any time due to expiring licensing agreements or other circumstances beyond their control.
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