Sony consults partners after decision to end physical game releases

Sony is surveying development partners about its decision to end support for physical game releases, first reported by Moore's Law is Dead. The consultation came only after the public announcement, highlighting how unilateral the move was and the industry backlash it triggered.

• Sony polls partners only after announcing the end of discs
• The decision drew sharp criticism from developers and publishers
• A compromise may allow physical PS5 releases for the rest of the cycle
• Physical sales matter at both the high and low ends of the market