Killing Discs Could Mean More Expensive Games, And Fewer Discounts: ‘This Move Is All About Profitability And Control’
Kotaku · 10 min read · business
Industry analysts warn Sony's disc-manufacturing shutdown could lead to higher game prices and fewer discounts, as the move eliminates retail competition and increases publisher control. The PS6 and Project Helix are expected to launch without disc drives, leaving 500 million current-gen physical games incompatible.
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