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Sony to end PlayStation physical discs in Jan 2028 as digital sales rise

Sony confirmed it will stop supporting physical discs for first- and third-party PlayStation games starting January 2028. The move reflects a broader industry shift toward digital purchases, with PlayStation full-game sales now about 80% digital. Publishers including Capcom and EA are reporting major increases in digital sales, though physical discs remain in use (around 70 million PlayStation disc sales in 2025). Analysts say the change is platform-led to reduce costs and direct more revenue through digital storefronts.