Sony to end physical disc production for new PlayStation games by January 2028

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Sony has announced that it will cease production of physical game discs for new PlayStation titles starting January 2028. The decision marks a significant shift in the company's distribution strategy, moving away from traditional retail formats. After the cutoff date, newly released PlayStation games will no longer be available in disc form. The move reflects the broader industry trend toward digital game distribution, which has steadily grown in recent years.

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