Sony has confirmed that physical discs for new PlayStation games will no longer be available starting in January 2028, despite strong opposition from the gaming community. The decision was acknowledged during Sony’s latest earnings call, where CFO Lin Tao admitted to hearing “strong views” from fans but emphasized the company’s commitment to moving forward with the plan (wccftech.com).
The move marks a significant shift in Sony’s strategy, as it aims to focus more on digital sales and cloud gaming. While the company denies that the loss of physical games will drive users away from Steam, it is exploring ways to boost profits through digital platforms. This comes as PlayStation continues to face criticism over the potential impact on consumer choice and long-term ownership (notebookcheck.net).
Sony also reported strong gaming earnings, with a revised profit outlook for the fiscal year ending in March 2026. The company expects net income of 1.21 trillion yen ($7.5 billion), up from previous projections. Despite the backlash, Sony remains confident in its decision, stating it will “cautiously move this forward” (news.google.com).
The shift to digital-only distribution is part of a broader industry trend, but it has sparked concerns among gamers who value physical media. Sony has not yet announced any changes to its plans, despite the growing number of petitions and social media campaigns against the decision.
