Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that all new PlayStation games released from January 2028 onward will be available only in digital format, ending the production of physical disc editions for future titles. The company said the change will apply only to new games launching from January 2028. Games released before that date will continue to be available on disc, and existing physical copies will remain unaffected. Despite ending disc production for future releases, Sony said players will still be able to purchase new games through the PlayStation Store or participating retailers that sell digital game codes. GameBench has released a free app called GameBench FPS Monitor, allowing Android users to check gaming performance on their devices. Read more in our articles including "Civilization VII Arcade Edition to launch on Apple Arcade" and "Sony to end physical PlayStation Game Discs for new releases in 2028".
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that all new PlayStation games released from January 2028 onward will be available only in digital format, ending the production of physical disc editions for future titles. The company said the change will apply only to new games launching from January 2028.
Games released before that date will continue to be available on disc, and existing physical copies will remain unaffected. Despite ending disc production for future releases, Sony said players will still be able to purchase new games through the PlayStation Store or participating retailers that sell digital game codes. GameBench has released a free app called GameBench FPS Monitor, allowing Android users to check gaming performance on their devices.
Our coverage of new game release includes: "Civilization VII Arcade Edition to launch on Apple Arcade"; "Sony to end physical PlayStation Game Discs for new releases in 2028"; "GameBench releases free FPS Monitor App for Android". Each article provides unique insights and information.