Dossier
digital media
Coverage of digital media in the Nexus archive.
- Sony faces backlash over plan to end physical PlayStation discs
Sony announced plans to phase out physical PlayStation game discs by 2028, prompting backlash from users who signed a petition opposing the move. Critics argue digital-only formats remove consumer ownership rights and threaten jobs in physical media distribution, while Sony claims the shift aligns with growing consumer preference for digital media.
- Sony to end physical disc sales for PlayStation games
Sony announced it will stop producing physical discs for PlayStation games starting in 2028, shifting to digital downloads as consumer preferences evolve. The company stated this change will not impact current games and aligns with the growing preference for digital media.