Sony acknowledges backlash, “cautiously” moves ahead with end of PlayStation discs

Sony says it is cautiously moving ahead with plans to stop producing PlayStation game discs starting in January 2028.

The shift reflects the broader move toward digital downloads and Sony’s current sales mix.

Gamers and industry voices have pushed back, citing concerns about license-based purchases, ownership, and long-term access.

The change marks a major step away from physical media and raises preservation and consumer-rights questions.