Physical Disc Production to End for New Games Releasing on PlayStation Consoles
Sony has announced it will end production of physical discs for new PlayStation games by January 2028. The company stated that the move reflects the industry's shift toward digital distribution, though existing physical games will still be available until the deadline.
Background
Sony has announced that it will stop producing physical game discs for PlayStation consoles, with new PlayStation-format disc releases ending in January 2028. This does not affect existing discs or third-party publishers releasing their own disc-based games — Sony is only ceasing production of its own first-party disc media. The move continues the industry's long shift toward digital-only game sales, following the 2023 launch of a discless PS5 Slim model and the upcoming "PS5 Pro" which ships without a disc drive. For context: physical game sales have declined sharply this generation, and many major publishers (Microsoft, Ubisoft, EA) already emphasize digital. However, this decision affects collectors, preservationists, and players with poor internet access, and it raises questions about long-term game ownership — digital games can be delisted or require online authentication even after purchase.