Sony says it will stop producing physical game discs for new PlayStation releases starting in January 2028. From that date, new games will be sold only in digital formats through the PlayStation Store and through other retailers that distribute digital versions. Games released before January 2028 will remain available in disc form, with Sony indicating the change does not affect previously released titles.

Several reports link the move to a broader industry shift toward digital distribution, citing changing consumer preferences and the declining role of physical media in PlayStation software sales. Coverage also notes Sony’s move comes after similar steps taken by other major publishers, including Rockstar Games, which has announced Grand Theft Auto VI will launch without a physical disc.

Some outlets add that Sony is also closing the digital stores for older PlayStation platforms such as the PS3 and PS Vita, reinforcing the shift away from disc-based game availability. Analysts mentioned in reporting frame the decision as a response to digital demand, while acknowledging potential trade-offs related to storage and digital infrastructure costs.