Sony Defends Ending PlayStation Game Discs Amid Player Protest
Sony has broken its silence after weeks of deafening community backlash over its plans to phase out physical PlayStation game discs by 2028. Straight to the point, Sony is not budging on its controversial decision. During an earnings call to discuss its latest quarterly results, a company executive sent a firm message to fans and investors alike, which is that the digital transition is happening, like it or not.
We've been tracking this story closely since Sony's digital roadmap first came to light, resulting in a firestorm of petitions, social media outrage, and even boycott threats. Despite it all, when asked about the backlash during the Q1 2026 Q&A session, Sony Chief Financial Officer Lin Tao made it clear that the company has absolutely no intention of backing down.
That said, Tao did offer a brief nod to nostalgia, admitting Sony understands why optical discs hold sentimental value...
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