PlayStation will end physical disc production for new games in 2028
Sony plans to end production of physical game discs for new PlayStation releases by 2028, marking a major shift toward digital-only distribution. The move reflects the industry's increasing reliance on digital downloads and streaming, though Sony says it will continue to support existing physical game ownership.
Background
- Sony plans to stop manufacturing physical game discs (Blu-ray) for new PlayStation titles in 2028, marking the end of an era for retail boxed games on PlayStation platforms. Existing discs will remain playable, and some limited physical releases may continue via third parties.