#physical game discs

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. Games released before that date will continue to be available on disc, and existing physical copies will remain unaffected. The company said downloadable versions have significantly outpaced physical discs in recent years, prompting the shift to digital-only releases. Sony also shared that physical game discs accounted for only 5% of its game software revenue during the fiscal year that ended in March, while digital sales made up the majority of purchases. The move marks the end of an era for PlayStation's physical game format, which has been part of the brand since the launch of the original PlayStation console in December 1994. Sony has announced that it will stop releasing new PlayStation games on physical discs starting January 2028, marking a major shift in how future titles will be sold on the platform. However, the move is expected to raise concerns among collectors and players who still prefer physical copies, including those who rely on the second-hand market or value long-term game preservation. Read more in our articles including "Sony to end physical PlayStation Game Discs for new releases in 2028" and "Sony to end physical PlayStation game discs in 2028".