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As the controversy around an all-digital future continues, Ubisoft boss doesn't believe PlayStation ditching physical discs will "disturb" the industry much
Yves Guillemot, CEO of Ubisoft, addressed concerns regarding Sony's transition away from physical discs in the gaming industry. He stated that while the industry is witnessing a significant shift towards digital sales, with recent figures indicating a dominant preference for digital formats, he does not foresee major disturbances. He noted benefits of a digital-only approach, including potential cost reductions for new consoles which can be sold without a disc drive. However, the topic remains contentious, as other industry leaders express differing opinions on the impact of such changes.
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Published 24 Jul 2026, 12:50 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Ubisoft's CEO claims Sony's plan won't significantly disturb the gaming market.
- Recent data shows a surge in digital game purchases.
- 93% of Capcom's sales were digital in the last year.
- Transitioning to digital may reduce future console costs.
- The debate around this shift has sparked varied reactions from industry figures.
Interesting facts
- Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has sold over 3.5 million copies.
- PC gaming has almost entirely shifted to digital sales via platforms like Steam.
- Despite digital growth, millions of physical copies are still sold each year.