The End of an Era: Sony's Disc Free Future and the Erasure of Game Ownership The news that Sony plans to stop manufacturing discs for new PlayStation games after January 2028 has sparked outrage among gamers worldwide.
However, it's worth taking a step back to consider the broader implications of this move. For decades, game enthusiasts have been aware of the shift towards digital sales.
In 2024, Sony revealed that discs made up only 3% of its PlayStation brand sales, with revenue under $1 billion.