PlayStation Allows Re-Printing of Pre-2028 Physical Games

PlayStation has confirmed that publishers can continue to re-order physical discs for games released before January 2028.

PlayStation updates partners on post-2028 disc availability. According to a Game File report, Sony sent a partner message stating that any game released before the January 2028 deadline will still be able to have its discs printed. PlayStation informed partners that the ordering process for these discs will change, with details to be announced later.

The confirmation addresses concerns following Sony's earlier announcement that it would cease production of physical titles after January 2028.

New games after the deadline shift to retail digital codes. Sony stated that publishers will have the opportunity to release new games at retail using digital codes. The announcement does not specify how these games will be offered, such as whether they will use a code embedded in a card or another format.

Players will be able to purchase discs of games released in 2027 during 2028. The update provides some reassurance for those seeking physical copies of existing titles.

Questions remain on PlayStation 6 physical media support. The partner message does not clarify whether the PlayStation 6 will support physical media. Further announcements are expected to provide more details on the changes.