Sony says all new PlayStation games will be digital-only from January 2028 as physical disc production ends
Sony has confirmed that it will stop producing physical discs for all new PlayStation game releases from January 2028, marking a major shift towards digital distribution for the platform.
In a statement published on the official PlayStation Blog, the company said all new games released from January 2028 onwards will be available exclusively in digital formats through the PlayStation Store and participating retailers offering digital game codes.
The change applies only to new releases. Sony confirmed that games launched before the January 2028 cut-off will continue to be produced and sold on physical discs.
Explaining the decision, the company said it reflects changing consumer habits and the wider entertainment industry’s ongoing move away from physical media.
“As consumer preferences and the broader entertainment industry continue to shift away from physical discs to digital, physical game disc production for all new games releasing on PlayStation consoles will be discontinued starting January 2028,” Sony said.
The company described the decision as “a natural direction” for Sony Interactive Entertainment.
“This is a natural direction for Sony Interactive Entertainment to adapt to consumer trends as the general preference for digital media significantly outpaces physical discs. This transition will enable us to align more closely with how most of our community prefers to access and play games today,” the statement continued.
Sony also said players will still have multiple purchasing options, with digital titles remaining available through both the PlayStation Store and participating retailers.
“We’ll continue to prioritize our resources to drive innovation in how players can access games and provide choices as to where players prefer to purchase new games, whether that’s at retailers or PlayStation Store. We remain committed to delivering a world-class gaming experience to our fans and we thank you for your continued support.”