Physical media in gaming is nearly dead as Sony announced the end of new PlayStation discs

Sony has announced it will stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games starting in January 2028. After that, new titles will be sold only in digital formats through the PlayStation Store or retailers offering download codes. Games released or already planned for disc before the cutoff will not be affected. Sony said the decision reflects the continued shift toward digital game purchases, which now outpace physical sales. While the move matches how many players buy games today, it is likely to frustrate collectors and those who prefer physical ownership. The announcement also follows backlash over the physical edition of Grand Theft Auto 6, which reportedly includes only a download code instead of an actual disc. The timing has raised speculation that the PlayStation 6, expected around 2028, could launch without a built-in disc drive, although Sony has not confirmed its hardware plans. The company also announced its plans to close the PlayStation Store on PS3 in select marke...