PlayStation Disc Ban Sparks Backlash: Retailers Slam Sony's "Corporate Convenience"
Sony's decision to end physical disc sales for new PS5 games from January 2028 has sparked intense backlash, with a UK retailer association calling it a "triumph of corporate convenience over consumer choice." A petition against the move has surpassed 300,000 signatures, and some players are cancelling their PS Plus subscriptions in protest. The move is seen as a lucrative shift for Sony, despite concerns over consumer freedom and game preservation.
Jul 14, 2026