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Technology · 11 July 2026

Why PlayStation will stop making disc games in 2028

Why PlayStation will stop making disc games in 2028

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Sony is ending physical game production because digital sales now dominate the market, cutting manufacturing and distribution costs. The company also wants to clear the way for a disc-free PlayStation 6 console, which would be cheaper to produce. However, this move means PlayStation owners will lose choice, unable to buy cheaper games in sales or share them with friends.

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