According to Decrypt, Sony plans to cease physical disc production for its PlayStation gaming consoles no later than 2028. The company’s decision marks a shift away from optical disc formats used in previous generations of consoles.
A former PlayStation executive publicly criticized the move, stating that it has resulted in reputational damage. The individual did not specify which aspects of Sony’s approach they found problematic beyond the elimination of discs as an option for physical media distribution.
The announcement aligns with broader industry trends toward digital-only or hybrid systems, though no details were provided regarding alternative formats, consumer support timelines, or rollout plans. The former executive emphasized concerns about consumer choice and perceived trust implications, noting the question “What are you buying?” as a direct reflection of market uncertainty raised by the change.
No official statement from Sony was referenced in the source material. The criticism remains attributed to the former exec alone; no other parties or stakeholders were mentioned. The timeline provided is definitive—no earlier or uncertain date range is included.
