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Sony PlayStation Will Make Discs After 2028, With One Condition
Sony has announced it will cease production of new physical PlayStation game discs after January 2028. However, game developers and publishers will still have the ability to reorder existing titles on disc if they were released before the deadline. This shift is in line with Sony's move towards digital distribution, with additional plans for using digital codes for retail releases. The transition raises questions about the future of physical media in gaming.
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Published 6 Jul 2026, 07:55 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Sony will no longer produce new physical game discs after January 2028.
- Publishers can reorder physical copies of games released before the deadline.
- The ordering process for remaining disc production will change, specifics are pending.
- Sony is repurposing its disc manufacturing facility in Austria for microlens production.
- New retail opportunities for games using digital codes are planned.
Interesting facts
- This decision marks a significant shift towards digital-only content in the gaming industry.
- Sony's investment in new manufacturing capabilities reflects the industry's changing landscape.