PlayStation to end disc production by 2028, sparking debate over the future of physical gaming media
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Chris Button
Summary
Rockstar Games announced GTA VI won't include a disc, and PlayStation confirmed it will stop producing game discs by 2028, signaling the industry's full shift to digital. The gaming community has reacted with outrage, viewing this as an attack on physical media ownership. Industry experts explain the issue goes deeper than just discs — it touches on consumer rights, preservation, and the intangible value of physical game collections. Despite digital purchases dominating sales data, many gamers feel the loss of physical media represents a loss of control over their libraries and a cherished cultural tradition.
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bskyPlayStation to end disc production by 2028, sparking debate over the future of physical gaming mediagadgetguy.com.auKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe message from both companies was clear: the future of gaming is digital.
For a community that prides itself on picturesque shelves filled with treasured memories, the reality of an all-digital future is a bitter pill to swallow.
Several games industry experts explain why the issue is more than physical ownership.
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