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The End of Game Discs is Here | Dayton News
Sony’s big move: Starting January 2028, all new PlayStation 5 games will be digital-only, ending a 30-year tradition of physical discs. This follows Rockstar’s initial digital-first launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, which later softened its stance but still signals a major industry shift. The change means gamers will rely more on digital storefronts and face rising storage costs—driven by AI demand—making consoles like the PS5 even pricier. Sony is also shutting down online stores for PS3 and PS Vita, letting you re-download old games but not buy new ones. The era of physical discs is clearly…
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