Sony Pushes Ahead With Disc-Free PlayStation Despite User Backlash

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Sony has acknowledged widespread criticism from users over its plans to phase out physical disc support for PlayStation consoles. Despite the backlash, the company says it intends to cautiously move forward with the transition away from physical media. Sony has indicated it does not expect the shift to have a significant negative financial impact on the business. The move reflects a broader industry push toward digital-only gaming, though many consumers remain attached to physical game ownership.

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