playstation

Sony to end PlayStation disc production for new games in Jan 2028, CFO says

Sony CFO Lin Tao confirmed on July 31, 2026 during the company’s FY2026 Q1 earnings that Sony will stop producing physical discs for new PlayStation games in January 2028. The decision remains in place despite fan protests, online petitions and some PS Plus subscription cancellations. Sony says the move reflects the broader digitalization of content and will eliminate new physical-disc purchase options for upcoming PlayStation titles.

• Physical-disc production for new PlayStation games will end in January 2028.
• CFO Lin Tao made the confirmation during Sony’s FY2026 Q1 earnings announcement on July 31, 2026.
• The decision stands despite visible fan backlash, including protests, online petitions and PS Plus cancellations.
• Sony cites overall digitalization of content as the primary reason for ending disc production.